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Missed Gratitude for Good Health

I’m quick to complain when my stomach is upset or my joints ache or my head throbs or my sinuses drip. Am I equally quick to give thanks when I feel good? I don’t think so. 3 John 2 (TLB) … Continue reading

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Abundantly More than I Can Think

  The DNA contained in one cell of my body, stretched straight, would be about six feet long. The DNA in all the cells of my body would reach to the moon and back — 1000 times!   I cannot … Continue reading

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Ignoring My Body

  I recently read this article by Bob Brody in which he thanks his body for its faithful service and apologizes that he hasn’t treated it better. I could do likewise.   I’m quick to complain, slow with the gratitude. … Continue reading

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The Gift of Intelligence

Gad gave me the gift of intelligence, along with the free will to do as I want with it. “Take my intellect and use every power as thou shalt choose. Take my will and make it thine; it shall be … Continue reading

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Come, Holy Comforter

I have always liked the hymn Come, Thou Almighty King (anonymous, published in 1753). Let’s focus on verse 3 and the Spirit:   “Come, holy Comforter, thy sacred witness bear . . .”     The Holy Spirit bears witness? … Continue reading

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Wonderful Work

We are God’s wonderful work — — perfectly placed, exactly where He wants us.

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Who I Am . . . Not

  Which magazine is most likely to feature you on the cover?     Money Good Housekeeping Bon Appetit Vanity Fair Fitness For me, “none of the above.” For me, it would be Never Enough Money, Average Housekeeping, Adequate Appetit, … Continue reading

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