Mary Kay Moody

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…To the cyber-home of Mary Kay Moody, freelance author.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have worked for many years to prevent violence and pain, and assist in healing various types of trauma. Recently I changed course a bit. Now I write, speak, teach, and consult on topics that I cannot resist. Including fiction.

So what will you find here?

Information and resource links

Prevention of abuse and trauma
My books and other publications
Workshop topics
Writers tips
Humor

Step in and enjoy a cup of cyber tea as you explore. And please “pardon our dust” as we continue construction. Check back often to see the changes.

OCTOBER - Fall, Leaves and Other Colors Changing

Watching the political climate turn along with the leaves, I've become increasingly concerned about INTEGRITY. Candidates sculpting facts as if manipulating clay into a pot is troubling. Even more so is watching Americans -- average folks as well as media -- listen and accept the deformed entities. And not only are half-truths and outright lies swallowed, they're not even investigated before being ingested.

Our country has endured numerous attacks--jet-plane bombs, voter registration fraud, greed and deception in financial institutions, and a declining economy--and many have suffered. But I believe one of the biggest casualties has been TRUTH, and as a result we are in grave danger. For if we have not truth, we cannot make wise decisions about safety, finances, elections or anything else.

STOW GOD'S WORD:

Why do you boast of evil, you mighty man? ... you who are a disgrace in the eyes of God? Your tongue plots destruction;...you who practice deceit. You love evil rather than good, falsehood rather than speaking the truth... (Psalm 52:1-3, NIV)

Therefore my people will go into exile for lack of understanding; .... Woe to those who draw sin along with cords of deceit... Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness... Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes...and justify the wicked for a bribe... therefore, as the fire devours the stubble...so their root will be as rottenness...because they have rejected the law of the LORD...and despised the word of the Holy One of Israel. (Isaiah 5:13, 18-24 NIV)

GO LIVE GOD'S WORD:

So meditate on Truth, evaluate, stand watch. Much more than our wallets and pocketbooks is at stake.

SEPTEMBER - Classes begin. Renew your mind.

STOW GOD'S WORD:

And be not conformed to this world but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind... Romans 12:2 KJV [Jesus speaking] "Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth." John 17:17 NKJV You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its flavor...it is then good for nothing.... You are the light of the world....let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:13-16 NKJV

GO LIVE GOD'S WORD:

1. Immerse yourself in the Bible. Scripture tells us God's Word gives understanding and thoroughly prepares us for every good work. 2. Read or listen to Christian scholars/preachers such as Alistair Begg at Truth for Life, Chuck Colson at Breakpoint, Ravi Zacharias (www.rzim.org), Max Lucado at Upwords, Dr. David Jeremiah at Turning Point. 3. Pray. Ask God to guide you, give you discernment in the arenas of your life: family challenges, work, ethics issues, community, those in need, voting in the upcoming elections. 4. Act on the guidance God provides. Ephesians 5:8 says "For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light. (NIV) We encounter plenty of opportunities every day to display love, charity, patience, integrity.

AUGUST - Could it be hotter? Oh, yeah.

STOW GOD'S WORD:

Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him...When I kept silent....day and night your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer....Then I acknowledged my sin to you....LORD and you forgave....the LORD's unfailing love surrounds the man who trusts in him. Rejoice in the LORD and be glad, you righteous; sing all you who are upright in heart! (Psalm 32:1-5, 10-11 NIV)

GO LIVE GOD'S WORD:

When the searing summer heat depletes your strength...think on the refreshment in God's forgiveness. 1. Confess 2. Repent. 3. Accept forgiveness ... then go sing and dance in the rain.

JULY

Gone fishin'! Be back soon.

JUNE - Yea! for Fathers

STOW GOD'S WORD: Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. (Proverbs 17:6 KJV) And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. (Colossions 3:17 NIV)

GO LIVE GOD'S WORD

VALUE what your father and your Father value, and thus honor them. Wash dad's car; be kind to his wife; throw a BBQ and you cook instead of him. CARE for God's creation: conserve, recycle. And reach out to widows and orphans. (If you don't know where to do so, check below.)

Some excellent organizations: World Help (www.worldhelp.net), Heifer International (www.heifer.org), International Justice Mission (www.ijm.org), Samaritan's Purse (www.samaritanspurse.org), Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch (www.crystalpeaksyouthranch.org), Mustard Seed Project (www.mustardseedproject.org), Feed the Children (www.feedthechildren.org), The National Domestic Violence Hotline (can refer you to local resources if you prefer to help or donate locally) www.ndvh.org.

These are just a few direct service agencies that profoundly help the most vulnerable.