Dr. Jackie Minor
A CHILD OF THE KING
When I was a young girl, I can remember having a conversation with my mom about my dad. The details are a bit foggy, but I do recall her...
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VICTORIOUS EDUCATORS BLOG
Every educator wants to make a difference. Time spent with God interacting with Him through His word is essential to our success. Our blogs are available to support you, encourage you and guide you. As you read through the posts below, feel free to use our free reflection forms to process alone or with others.
Christmas: A Lifestyle
Christmas should live in our hearts year-round. As we approach a new year, download this document for encouragement.
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Dr. Vern Minor
Jan 19, 20204 min read
When Life Gets Hard
I teach an adult Sunday School class and have for many years. Last week we began a new study entitled, “When Life Gets Hard.” One of the...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jan 12, 20203 min read
A Ripple in the Pond: Time to Throw Stones!
Visit any pond, and you will invariably see someone throwing or skipping rocks. There is something about a still body of water. It lures...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Jan 5, 20204 min read
PRESS ON
2020 is here! Can you believe it? Time…where does it go? Last week’s blog addressed the importance of focusing on our faith. I don’t know...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 29, 20194 min read
2020: A Year of Faith and Focus
A new year is upon us, and advice for next year’s journey is widespread. There is no shortage of recommendations on how we can make our...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 22, 20194 min read
The Lord's Servant
“Behold, I am a servant of the Lord; may it be done to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) I have read Mary’s statement many times as...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 15, 20194 min read
THE GIFT OF GRACE: Back to the Basics
All educators understand the importance of “the basics.” Without mastery of the basics, many of our students will be unable to learn what...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 8, 20193 min read
The Gift that Keeps on Giving
The holiday season is upon us again, and the focus of gift-giving is underway. Retail stores are stocked from floor to ceiling with...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Dec 1, 20192 min read
Combating Holiday Stress
I love the holidays! The colors, sounds, food, time with family, and most importantly the constant reminders of God’s ultimate gift to...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 24, 20194 min read
THANKFUL
As Thanksgiving approaches, I have been giving a great deal of thought to this blog. It makes sense at this time of year that I write...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 17, 20193 min read
LET ME REMIND YOU
As an educator, you are literally changing the world one child at a time. Sound dramatic? Of course not! Most students are in school...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 10, 20193 min read
From Discouragement to Determination
Ever been “down in the dumps”? Sometimes it is hard to admit this may be true in this growth-mindset, positive thinking environment....
Dr. Jackie Minor
Nov 3, 20194 min read
THE TRAP OF COMPARISON
I will never forget my first teaching job. I had graduated at semester and was hired to be a long-term sub for a teacher who was going on...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 27, 20194 min read
Competition: Worth the Risk?
I recently had a conversation with an educator about the value of competition in the classroom. It caused me to reflect—Is there a place...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 20, 20194 min read
Embrace Help
I once had a student I simply could not reach. It was relatively early in my teaching career. This young man was in middle school, and he...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 13, 20194 min read
Mentoring Matters
I still remember my first day of teaching. I can vividly recall standing proudly in my new dress as my husband took my picture to...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Oct 6, 20194 min read
LIGHT IT UP!
I love the state of Arkansas with its rolling hills, flush green countryside, and underground caves. Many of the caves are still living,...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 29, 20194 min read
Whatever You Do
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him....
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 22, 20193 min read
The Beauty Within
Two of my favorite things are family and nature. There is something about the beauty of God’s creation that transports me to a different...
Dr. Jackie Minor
Sep 15, 20194 min read
BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!
Our world has become so busy, and educators are some of the busiest people I know! It’s as though being busy has become a badge of...
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