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Kimberley J. Payne

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Category Archives: Encouraging Moms

How the Platinum Rule Is Better Than the Golden Rule

Posted on June 9, 2020 by Kimberley Payne
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Is it best to do unto others as you would have them do unto you? Although the Golden Rule is biblical and was recorded in the Gospels during Jesus’ sermon on the mount “So in everything, do to others what … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms, God's character | Tagged 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, 5 Love Languages, John 15:12-13, Matthew 7:12 | Leave a reply

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

One Way to Stay Focused on the Present

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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I mounted a mirror in my office today. It’s not so that I can check my hair as I work during the day, or to make sure that I don’t have anything in my teeth after lunch. I’ve mounted this … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms | Tagged Matthew 6:34 | Leave a reply

Are You a Fan of God?

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Kimberley Payne
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The year was 1991. Laurier faced Mt. Allison at the Sky Dome for the Vanier Cup. This was my graduating year from Wilfrid Laurier University, so six of my girlfriends and I decided to go to the championship football game. … Continue reading →

Posted in Encouraging Moms | Tagged 2 Samuel 6:14-15 | Leave a 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

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

Why Do I Need to Give Control to God?

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Kimberley Payne

Giving control to God and waiting upon Him is much easier said than done. I know that I can truly find peace when I put my thoughts into God and His promises. However, it’s still difficult to do. I’ve found … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible study, Encouraging Moms | Tagged Proverbs 16:18, Psalm 89:15

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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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