Monthly Archives: March 2023

The Word – Thwart

Posted on March 31, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: thwart verb ˈthwȯrt  thwarted; thwarting; thwarts Synonyms of thwart transitive verb 1a: to oppose successfully: to defeat the hopes or aspirations of b: to run counter to so as to effectively oppose or baffle: to CONTRAVENE 2: to pass through or across thwarter noun Focal Passage: “[The … Continue reading →

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The Word – Purpose

Posted on March 30, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: purpose verb purposed; purposing transitive verb : to propose as an aim to oneself – “But indeed for this purpose I have raised you up, that I may show My power in you, and that My name may be declared in all … Continue reading →

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The Word – Scheme

Posted on March 29, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: scheme verb schemed; scheming intransitive verb : to form plans also: to PLOT, or to form an INTRIGUE – “Those who want to kill me set their traps, those who would harm me talk of my ruin; all day long they scheme … Continue reading →

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The Word – Sustain

Posted on March 28, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: sustain verb sus·​tain sə-ˈstān  sustained; sustaining; sustains Synonyms of sustain transitive verb 1: to give support or relief to 2: to supply with sustenance: to NOURISH – “Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.” Psalms 51:12 … Continue reading →

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The Word – Impress

Posted on March 27, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: impress verb (1) im·​press im-ˈpres  impressed; impressing; impresses transitive verb 1a: to affect especially forcibly or deeply: to gain the admiration or interest of – “Those who want to impress people by means of the flesh are trying to compel you to be … Continue reading →

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One on One

Posted on March 26, 2023 by B. James Wilson

Last year Nancy and I celebrated our 50th year together in marriage. We bought ourselves matching Claddagh rings. The Claddagh is a Celtic (Irish) symbol of Love, Loyalty, and Committed Friendship. It takes all three to have a long-lasting and … Continue reading →

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The Word – Shine

Posted on March 24, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: shine verb ˈshīn  shone ˈshōn  especially Canadian and British  ˈshän  or shined; shining intransitive verb 1: to emit rays of light 2: to be bright by reflection of light – “God does all these things to a person — twice, even three times — … Continue reading →

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The Word – Desire

Posted on March 23, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: desire verb de·​sire di-ˈzī(-ə)r  dē- desired; desiring transitive verb 1: to long or hope for : exhibit or feel a desire for – “To the woman he said, …Your desire will be for your husband, and he will rule over you. ” Genesis 3:16 2a: to … Continue reading →

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The Word – Skillfull

Posted on March 22, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: skillful adjective skill·​ful ˈskil-fəl  Synonyms of skillful 1: possessed of or displaying skill: an EXPERT – “If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success.” Ecclesiastes 10:10 2: accomplished with skill – “like that of … Continue reading →

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The Word – Reason

Posted on March 21, 2023 by B. James Wilson

The Word: reason verb reasoned; reasoning ˈrēz-niŋ   ˈrē-zᵊn-iŋ intransitive verb 1: to use the faculty of reason so as to arrive at conclusions 2a: to talk with another so as to influence actions or opinions – “Oh, that I knew where I might find … Continue reading →

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