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Kimberley J. Payne

Writing to help you grow closer to God

Writing to help you grow closer to God

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Do We Have to Follow All the Laws of the Bible?

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Kimberley Payne
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My son balks at the Bible, especially when anyone quotes scripture. He does not believe that it is inspired by the Holy Spirit but rather thinks it’s a list of silly rules and stories that are not relevant today. He … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study | Tagged Mark 6:29-31 | 3 Replies

The Habit That Saved My Life

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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Well, actually I don’t think that I can narrow it down to just one habit but rather four. It was through Bible study and prayer that I was saved spiritually, and through exercise and healthy eating that saved me physically. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study, Healthy Living, Prayer | Tagged Bible study, Exercise and fitness, habits, healthy eating, prayer, spiritual disciplines | 9 Replies

How is Baseball Like the Christian Life?

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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My minister gave a sermon on how our life as a Christian is similar to a baseball game. In baseball, there are three bases and a home plate. The goal is to hit a ball, and run to touch all successive … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study, Spiritual Growth | Tagged James 1:19-21, James 2:17 | 4 Replies

What Does God Want From Us?

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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My girlfriend is a runner. She runs every day and even participates in races. She didn’t start running until her mid-twenties and she was eager to learn as much about it as she could. She joined a runner’s club, hired … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms | Tagged 2 Timothy 4:7 | 2 Replies

What to Do When God Asks Us to Wait

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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I find myself back in the place I was years ago–waiting. I remember the uncomfortable wait and the questions that surrounded it. When will our home sell? When will we move? When will we find a new home? It seemed … Continue reading →

Posted in Spiritual Growth | Tagged Deuteronomy 7:9 | 1 Reply

How Does the Parable of the Talents Apply to Today?

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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The fish tank was propped in the corner of my dentist’s office. Nervous and anxious about my appointment, I occupied my attention watching the tropical fish glide freely through the water. Golden, yellow, aqua and jet-black fish swam around the … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms, God's character | Tagged Matthew 25:16 | 4 Replies

How Do We Get God’s Blessings?

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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We adopted an older dog many years ago. She was a gorgeous German shepherd with a playful disposition. Each morning, she greeted me with a tail thumping the carpet as she lied on her side waiting for me to pet … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study | 2 Replies

Where is God?

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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I had a fun rhyme that I shared with my kids before bed each night. It started with the question, “How much do I love you?” Their response was, “Up to God.” At first, it may be assumed that God … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study | Tagged John 14:16-17, Psalm 139:7-10 | 3 Replies

If You Had Only 6 Months to Live What Would You Do Differently?

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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I lay on my back deck, face down, warming in the sun. The kids splashed in the pool. Another glorious summer day. Lazily, I began to sit up when a spot on my left forearm caught my eye. A darker … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms, Prayer | Tagged Psalm 48:14 | Leave a reply

How Should I Pray?

Posted on February 10, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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Years ago, if I felt that I wanted or needed something I would ask my brother and sister-in-law to pray for me. My brother was a pastor and I felt he had a “direct line” to God. Of course, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Prayer | Tagged Colossians 4:2, Fit for Faith | 4 Replies

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Kimberley J. PayneKimberley Payne is an award-winning author. She combines her teaching experience and love of writing to create educational materials for children about family, fitness, science, and faith.

Through her work, Kimberley hopes to inspire parents to raise up the next generation in the Christian faith.

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