Mary Said Yes to God I am extremely thankful Mary said yes to God. Aren’t you? When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she was highly favored by God, Mary said yes.
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“Dear God, thank you that I was abused as a child, and that my first marriage ended in divorce and the second in the death of my husband. Thank you that I had cancer, suffered
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Choosing joy is a gift we can give ourselves and our loved ones this holiday season. One of the most difficult things for a Christian is learning the difference between happiness and joy. Happiness is
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The just shall live by faith. Martin Luther was a young monk determined to get it right. He spent hours in prayer, introspection, and confession in a desperate attempt to gain God’s approval. He performed
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