WINNING WITH THE WORD
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Hello and Happy Day! This is Dr. MaryAnn Diorio, novelist and life coach, welcoming you to another episode of Winning with the Word. Today is Monday, December 27, 2021, and this is Episode #39 of Series 2021. This is our last episode for this year. This episode is titled Second Chances.
For most of us, a new year means a new beginning. All of us, at one time or another, need a new beginning. We need to start over. We need a second chance. Whether we need to recover from a mistake, a broken relationship, a job loss, the death of a loved one–whatever the case, we all need a new beginning once in a while.
Where does the concept of a new beginning come from? Have you ever wondered?
As I think about the close of 2021 and the opening of 2022, I am reminded that new beginnings–second chances–are God’s idea. How do I know? The Bible says so.
In the Book of Revelation–a book that so few people read, although it is one of the most amazing books in the Bible–the Apostle John wrote this in chapter 21, verse 1: “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the old heaven and the old earth had disappeared.”
Did you know that, one day, this earth, as we now know it, will no longer exist? The Bible tells us that it will be destroyed by fire because it has been corrupted by the sin of man. But God will create a new heaven and a new earth for those who follow Him. What an exciting promise!
God is in the business of Second Chances. It is not for nothing that He is called the Redeemer. A redeemer is one who buys back, who restores, who gives second chances.
Now, Satan rules over the earth. He is the reason for all the evil that humanity has suffered throughout the ages. When Jesus died and rose from the dead, He took back the authority that Adam and Eve had handed over to Satan. But only those who are born again–in other words, only those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord–can operate in that authority over Satan. The rest of the world cannot because those who have not accepted Jesus Christ have not accepted their second chance.
Jesus is coming back soon to take with Him all those who have accepted their second chance. Won’t you be one of them? Pray this prayer with me now so that you can be:
Lord Jesus, I thank You that You are the God of Second Chances. I thank You that, even now, You are offering me a second chance to spend eternity with You. I accept Your second chance, and I receive You now as my Savior and Lord. In so doing, I am also accepting a second chance at life, at a good marriage, a happy family, sufficient provision, renewed health, and every good thing. I align myself with Your purpose for my life. Thank You for giving me this second chance. I pray, believe, and receive in Your Name. Amen.
If you sincerely prayed this prayer, please write down today’s date. It is your spiritual birthday. And please write to me at drmaryann@maryanndiorio.com. I would like to send you a free PDF booklet, titled After You’re Born Again, that will help you get started in your walk with Christ.
I also encourage you to get yourself a Bible and read it every single day. The Bible is God’s love letter to you, His manual for your life. In the Bible, God reveals Who He is, and He teaches you how to live.
Finally, ask the Lord to lead you to the church of His choice for you where you can learn about Him and have fellowship and encouragement with other Christ-Followers. It is critically important in these last days to fellowship with other believers who are mature in Christ and who can guide you as you grow in Him.
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For those of you who may not know, I write fiction that deals with the deepest issues of the human heart. Starting in January, Lord willing, I will be discussing many of these issues right here on Winning with the Word. We will be talking about the deep hurts that hinder us in life and how to overcome those hurts through the power of God’s Word. Hurts like rejection, abandonment, fear, betrayal, the orphan spirit, and other such topics that rob us of the joy of life.
So, if you are hurting in any way, be sure to tune in next week for our first episode of Winning with the Word for the new year 2022.
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Meanwhile, remember that God loves you just as you are and just where you are, and that He will help you to keep on winning with the Word!
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Please check out my latest children’s book, Penelope Pumpernickel: Dynamic Detective, Book 2 in the popular Penelope Pumpernickel Series of Chapter Books for Children. This series, written for early and reluctant readers, is designed to build Christian character in the young children in your life. To order, just click on the book cover image below. You may also purchase your copy on my website at https://maryanndiorio.com/book-table.
My latest novel, Miracle in Milan, has been released in both print and ebook formats and deals with the issue of unforgiveness. It is the story of a young, female auditor who discovers convincing evidence that the man she loves is an embezzler. You will find Miracle in Milan to be a page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat. To order your copy, go to Amazon or to my website bookstore at maryanndiorio.com/book-table. You will also find Miracle in Milan on Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo.
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Finally, be sure to check out my latest non-fiction book, The Iron Saint. This book, modeled after The Iron Man triathlon, talks about the coming persecution of the Church in America and how you can prepare for it. The Iron Saint is available on Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and other major book purchasing venues. You may also find it on my website at maryanndiorio.com/book-table. Get a copy for your pastor as well.
Until next time, remember that God loves you just as you are and just where you are and that He will help you to keep on Winning with the Word!
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On my morning walk this morning, I saw a tree that caught my eye. What struck me about this tree is that the lower part of its trunk was crooked while the upper part was straight.
