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Better Than Wishes
I imagine that many of us have spent time wondering what things we’d wish for if we were ever granted three wishes from a genie in a bottle. Things like millions of dollars, perfect health, and world peace are among… Continue reading
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Until I’m Gone
When I no longer go,The grass will loftily grow;The winds will smugly blow;And water will pretentiously flow.When I stopLife won’t…But I’m selfish enough to wish that it would;And arrogant enough to imagine it could;And vain enough to think that it… Continue reading
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Forgive AND Forget… Yeah, Right!
I’ve considered myself a fairly forgiving person. Am I really as forgiving as God intended for me to be, though? I’m not sure that I am. I think I have some work to do that includes a deeper look at… Continue reading
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I Change My Mind…
Do you mind if I speak frankly today? I had to start a new medication a few days ago because my symptoms have been steadily progressing. Apparently it’s much stronger than the med I previously took. It makes me feel… Continue reading
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A Prayer of Psalm 1
Psalm 1:1-6 1Blessed is the onewho does not walk in step with the wickedor stand in the way that sinners takeor sit in the company of mockers Father, thank You for Your blessings. My desire is to walk with You… Continue reading
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Don’t Just Stand There, W.A.I.T. (and 4 Ways to Do It)
It was around 2:30 am when I woke up wondering when I’d find out if an insurance claim I recently submitted was going to be approved. I had finally gathered all the required documents they asked for and had submitted… Continue reading
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Me: A Pocket-Sized Rendition
I am shy. Lattes, I drink. I like to skip And like to think. * I have fun And sometimes cry. I like to sneeze But don’t like pie. * I am pale And sometimes scream. I like the gym… Continue reading
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His Gift
My entire being ached from the journey. My overly stuffed backpack burdened me far more than it helped me in my walk. My discomfort grew with every step. I had to stop. Gingerly, I sat down with my baggage. Then… Continue reading
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Are We Odd (Awed) Enough?
What makes those of us who proclaim to be Christians different from the rest of the world who do not make such a claim? As followers of Jesus, we should stand out, shouldn’t we? Our behavior should even appear unusual… Continue reading
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The Sacrifice of Praise
I had a dream once that I was with a group of friends and coworkers at a restaurant for lunch. During the meal, my cell phone rang. It was a call from the college I had (in real life) applied… Continue reading
Goodness Gracious! Shawna Russeau-Franklin 