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Daily Bread- What We Bring Back July 25, 2017John F. Burns spent forty years covering world events for The New York Times. In an article written after his retirement in 2015, Burns recalled the words of a close friend and fellow journalist who was dying of cancer. “Never forget,” his colleague said, “It’s not how far you’ve traveled; it’s what you’ve brought back.” Psalm 37 could be considered David’s […]David C. McCasland
- Building Community July 24, 2017“Community” is the place where the person you least want to live with always lives, says Henri Nouwen. Often we surround ourselves with the people we most want to live with, which forms a club or a clique, not a community. Anyone can form a club; it takes grace, shared vision, and hard work to form a community. The Christian church was the first institution […]Philip Yancey
- Didn’t Get Credit? July 23, 2017Hollywood musicals were wildly popular during the 1950s and ’60s, and three actresses in particular—Audrey Hepburn, Natalie Wood, and Deborah Kerr—thrilled viewers with their compelling performances. But a huge part of the appeal of these actresses was the breathtaking singing that enhanced their acting. In fact, the classic films’ successes were actually du […]Cindy Hess Kasper
- What We Bring Back July 25, 2017
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- The One July 25, 2017The trailer for the epic World War II movie Saving Private Ryan contains these words: “In the last great invasion of the last great war, the greatest challenge for eight men was saving . . . one.” Jesus similarly told a parable about a shepherd who searched for one lost lamb. “If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them gets lost, what will he do? Won’t he […]Jeff Olson
- A Word to the Wealthy July 24, 2017When Robert Edmiston lost his job in the early 1970s, he used the money he received in severance pay to start International Motors. Edmiston went on to become one of the wealthiest business owners in the UK and one of the country’s most generous philanthropists. As a believer in Jesus, he felt compelled to use his wealth to start religious and educational ch […]Ruth O'Reilly-Smith
- Not a Sprint July 23, 2017In 1983, a sixty-one-year-old potato farmer named Cliff Young showed up for a grueling, weeklong ultramarathon from Sydney to Melbourne—in overalls and work boots. He shuffled off the starting line as the much younger and athletic runners sprinted ahead. Soon he was miles behind. Spectators feared for his health. But that night, as the other runners slept, C […]Mike Wittmer
- The One July 25, 2017
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Inspiring Thoughts….
.Inspiring Thoughts Anger is a condition in which the tongue works faster than the mind… You can’t change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future. God always gives His best to those who leave … Continue reading →
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Dealing With Discouragement by charles stanley
Dealing With Discouragement Psalm 42:1-8 How can we conquer discouragement? Let me suggest nine specific steps: 1. Look within. Prayerfully examine yourself for the underlying cause. 2. Admit that you are discouraged. It’s easy to avoid, ignore, or lie about … Continue reading →
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SIDE BY SIDE
SIDE BY SIDE They lie on the table side by side, The Holy Bible and the TV guide. One is well worn and cherished with pride, Not the Bible . . . but the TV guide. One … Continue reading →
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SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD
SEVEN WONDERS OF THE WORLD A group of students studied the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. At the end of that section, the students were asked to list what they considered to be the Seven: 1. Suez Canal 2. … Continue reading →
A CHRISTIAN’S WAY TO REDUCE STRESS
A CHRISTIAN’S WAY TO REDUCE STRESS An Angel says, “Never borrow from the future. If you worry about what may happen tomorrow and it doesn’t happen, you have worried in vain. Even if it does happen, you have to … Continue reading →
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Likeable Axioms
Likeable Axioms 1. Find the lesson in every failure, and you`ll never fail. 2. The likelihood you`re right is not increased by the intensity of your conviction. 3. Real friends help you feel worthy and make you want to be … Continue reading →
The Holy Alphabet
The Holy Alphabet A lthough things are not perfect B ecause of trial or pain C ontinue in thanksgiving D o not begin to blame E ven when the times are hard F ierce winds are bound to blow G … Continue reading →
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PERKS OF REACHING 50 OR BEING OVER 60 AND HEADING TOWARDS 70
PERKS OF REACHING 50 OR BEING OVER 60 AND HEADING TOWARDS 70 01. Kidnappers are not very interested in you. 02. In a hostage situation you are likely to be released first. 03. No one expects you to run–anywhere. 04. … Continue reading →
