Outward Appearance

By Dwayne Hicks | September 28, 2021 |

I have learned to push forward even when I’m struggling inside. I’ve also learned to smile even when I’m hurting inside. I have learned to “fake it until I make it”.  I can look like I’ve got it all together on the outside, but inside I’m a “jacked up mess”. I know people who look…

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From Now On

By Dwayne Hicks | September 15, 2019 |

These three words are powerful reminders that a pivot has been made. An event or a “wake-up call” happened that helped shift my attention. I remember the location when I first believed in God and really began to trust Him. I remember when certain events took place in my life that rocked me to my…

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Obey

By Dwayne Hicks | April 23, 2019 |

I often look back on parts of my life with regret. I remember in 7thand 8thgrade being a disobedient and obnoxious kid. I constantly tried to impress my friends with my brazen disobedience to Mr. Chelf and Mr. Dunbar. These were both very capable teachers, and I treated them with disrespect. I had the opportunity…

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Captive

By Dwayne Hicks | February 14, 2018 |

  When I think of the word captive, I think of prisoner of war or a kidnapped victim. I don’t think positively of captivity or being held captive.  I have read horror stories of people in captivity. Being captive is not usually a positive experience. The Apostle Paul talks about being held captive by the…

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