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I Must Do, What I Have Been Taught

“If I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash each other’s feet.” John 13:14, NCV Jesus sets out a lot of things and lays them out on the table.  We gather around to get a closer look.  A significant … Continue reading

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The Fellowship of the Saints

The following is Psalm 16:3 in several different versions.  They differ from each other but all express the same fundamental thought.  The variation is refreshing and allows for a stronger development of thought.  3 As for the saints who are on the earth, … Continue reading

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Tourette Syndrome [awareness]

To understand and name something is often half the battle.  An understanding of Tourette Syndrome can help us to serve people who painfully struggle with this particular challenge. What is Tourette syndrome? Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder characterized by repetitive, … Continue reading

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Choosing a Christian Counselor

By “Holly”, When I was deep in the throes of postpartum depression and seeking help from an outside source, I admit that I was in too much of a fog to make a rational, informed decision about who I should … Continue reading

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Jump Me! The Vital Ministry of an Encourager

We, more than others, should carry jumper and tow cables not only in our cars, but also in our hearts, by which means we can send the needed boost or charge of encouragement or the added momentum to mortal neighbors. … Continue reading

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