In ancient days, walls surrounded cities, keeping them safe and establishing territory. Within the walls, various gates allowed entrance. Ancient Jerusalem was no exception, boasting 8 Gates with even one called Beautiful. These gates open
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Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalms 107 (ESV) God calls us to an attitude of gratitude and the practice of praise. Even near Thanksgiving and the
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If my gratitude is sincere, it is an act of worship. Songs and prayers of thanks and praise resonate within my soul and rise above the mountaintops, toward heaven . . . Sincere gratitude and
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It’s the season of giving thanks; The time of year we reflect on all the good things in our lives. Families all over the country sit around the Thanksgiving table and share what they’re thankful
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[A] thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to harass me … 2 Corinthians 12:7 A thorn at Thanksgiving seems out of place. We equate gratitude with ease, joy, and satisfaction,
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Thank you for giving me bread to break with family and friends. Thank you for my good health and even better cheer. Thank you for the eternal love, light, and meaning given to each of
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Each day is a treasure, a mystery to discover, a gift from the one who is Love. Some inspire wonder. Others present hardships. Each offers promise for growth. From daybreak to sunset, from dusk until
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Do you have favorite recipes? I sure do. Whether it’s our favorite foods or trying something new, recipes assist in the desired result. And it’s fascinating how all the specific ingredients work together to make a
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Giving thanks in times of desperation is an experience few Americans understand. As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, I’m considering how to give thanks for the past year. More than a family meal followed by a
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Usually I wash, dry, and remake the bed all in the same day. Only occasionally do I pull spare sheets from the closet to rotate them. This means that when a sock gets caught in
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