• Biblical Parables of Separation • Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 — Wheat & Tares: God allows both to grow together until the harvest; angels separate at the end. • Matthew 25:31–46 — Sheep & Goats: a final separation based on how people lived out their faith. • Luke 22:31–32 — Peter is “sifted like wheat” (testing/refining). • Key Truths • Final judgment belongs to God alone, at the end of the age. • Right now, we may be experiencing sifting — exposing false teaching, testing faith, refining the church. • God’s patience allows time for repentance, but truth always gets revealed. • What This Looks Like Today • Divide between sound doctrine vs. watered-down gospel. • Families and churches wrestling with whether faith is political or deeply spiritual. • A refining of leaders, churches, and individuals — true fruit becomes visible. • How to Respond Faithfully • 🙏 Pray for wisdom and discernment. • 📖 Stay rooted in Scripture. • 🍎 Look for fruit, not just words (Matthew 7:15–20). • 💬 Speak truth in love (Ephesians 4:15). • 🤝 Pursue unity where possible, separate where necessary. • ❤️ Serve and love others — actions reveal Kingdom values (Matthew 25). • 🏡 Protect and disciple your family spiritually. • Reminder • Not every disagreement is eternal separation. • Be careful not to play the judge — trust God with final judgment. • Our role: faithfulness, truth, love, and endurance.

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Big news, Vinew Shoppe family — we’ve been nominated for Best Thrift Store in Liberty Hill! 🥳 It’s truly an honor to be recognized alongside so many amazing local businesses. Now, we need your support to bring home that coveted “Best Of” sticker for our window and celebrate our awesome community. If you haven’t visited us yet, consider this your sign to stop by and see why The Vinew Shoppe is among the best of the best. And to all our loyal friends and customers — thank you! You’re the reason our shop thrives, and we couldn’t do this without you. Voting is open for just 10 days, from September 10 to September 25. It’s super easy to cast your vote — just click the button below or scan the QR code with your phone! [Vote Here] Or, you can scan the QR code below to vote from your phone! Thank you so much for believing in us and cheering us on. Every single vote counts, and we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with you. With gratitude,Deanna & The Vinew Shoppe Team 📍 209 CR 214, Liberty Hill, TX🕙 Mon–Sat 10–6 | Sun 12–5

Back when I was working at Bath & Body Works in Kerrville—during the short-lived season when the company carried makeup—I learned one of my biggest lessons about not judging a circumstance by its cover. We sold everything from lip gloss to mascara, all under $8. One day, a little girl—maybe 8 or 10 years old—walked in and started filling a basket. She was deliberate, studying each item before adding it in. At first, I thought she was just playing, but her choices looked serious enough that I decided to step in. I went over to help and asked who she was with. She told me she had come with her parents but didn’t give me much more. I tried to gently guide her—asking what colors she liked, if she was shopping for herself or for gifts, and trying to figure out what her budget might be without embarrassing her. Each time I circled back, she had added more. By the time she finished the first basket, she picked up a second. Then a third. These weren’t careless grabs—she was pausing, comparing shades, and making thoughtful choices. Still, in my mind, all I could see was a mountain of product I’d have to put back. When she finally walked out without saying a word, leaving three overflowing baskets behind, I was frustrated beyond belief. I gave her about 30 minutes to come back, then reluctantly began putting things away, starting with the lotions so I could concentrate later on the 150+ tiny pieces of makeup. That’s when she returned—with her parents. Her dad chuckled and explained everything. She was headed to Camp Waldemar in Hunt—a very well-to-do girls camp about 30 minutes away. She wanted to bring matching gifts for her friends from the previous year. Her parents hadn’t set any parameters, so she simply pulled everything she thought would work and waited to show them when they arrived. And here’s the kicker—they bought every single thing she had picked. All but the lotions I had already put back. The total? Just over $800. On items averaging $5 each—between 150 and 170 products.

🕵️‍♀️ Scavenger Hunt Items to Hide 1. 🍫 Twix Bar (everyone loves a candy find — sweet reward on the spot). 2. 🧦Lip Balm 3. 📖 Mini Notebook or Journal (ties in with your encouragement/faith theme). 4. Take a fun picture and add it into our Skool VIP group 🏆 How it Works - Each member finds all 4 → they keep the items. - Once they’ve turned them in, they also get an entry into a drawing for a Mojos Coffee Gift Card. This way, they get instant fun prizes + a chance at a bigger prize.