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Wednesday, November 30, 2005

Why Do We Suffer?

No one ever said life was easy. No one ever said life was free from challenges, pain and disappointment. Today’s quiet time message focused on suffering. As Christians, how does the Lord want us to respond when pain and suffering come into our lives? It isn’t easy, but the Lord wants us to praise... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, November 29, 2005

How Does God View Discrimination?

Today’s quiet time was about how the Lord views discrimination. The Lord looks at the intent of our heart, not our outward appearance, education level, or size of our wallet. We all make mistakes and disappoint God, but when we ask for forgiveness, He forgives and forgets our mistakes. I hope you... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, November 28, 2005

Do All Gifts Need Boxes?

It’s the Christmas season. Many of us are out shopping frantically, hoping for a prime parking space at the mall, searching high and low for the perfect gift to give each and every special person on our list. For those of you hoping to find the perfect gift sitting in a store wrapped in shiny paper,... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 27, 2005

The Best Things In Life

What a terrific weekend! My brothers were home for Thanksgiving and some friends and neighbors joined us. Yesterday we went shopping at a new thrift store. While I was sad about missing my high school reunion, my time was much better spent with my family. The best things in life aren’t things. I am... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, November 25, 2005

Looking For The Perfect Gift?

Jesus died on the cross to take the punishment for our sins, because they caused us to be separated from God. He loved us so much that He died for us so that we would no longer be separated from God, but would be seen as righteous in His sight. In sacrificing His life for us, Jesus made a way for us... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, November 24, 2005

Has Your Prince Become A Frog?

Have you ever had a friend whom you love to pieces, but makes bad choices in their lives? Whether we admit to it or not, we all do. As a matter of fact, I might have seemed like a Wicked Witch to her. I had to be. I love her too much to be nice in this situation. Yesterday morning, my friend Tamara... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, November 23, 2005

I'm So Thankful!

That Jesus loves me just the way I am, so much so that He was willing to die for my sins, so that I can be with Him in Heaven someday. For my mom, who always encouraged me to be all I could be. For Amelia, the best sister, I am so proud of you! For Blaine, the sweetest brother who always keeps me... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, November 22, 2005

What Are You Thankful For?

Today’s quiet time message was really encouraging. I was reminded that the Lord is perfect in my weakness and gives me strength in times of challenge. We sometimes lose our way, putting our hope in possessions instead of Him. This Thanksgiving, I am reminded of how thankful I am for the Lord and His... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, November 21, 2005

Iraq Is Not The Issue

I am watching Vice President Cheney’s speech this morning. For goodness sakes, it is Thanksgiving. Iraq is not the issue. Regardless of your feelings about Iraq, we should be thankful for our freedom. Please support our troops and their families who so amazingly serve our nation. I know they... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 20, 2005

Can We Get Back To Basics?

I took a friend out to lunch today for her birthday. We had a great time. However, I have to admit something made me sad. I love the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, but it seems that society has lost sight of their true meaning and importance. To me, it appears that commercialization of the... Sign in to see full entry.

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