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Thanksgiving: enjoying the sweet with the bitter
The Thanksgiving holiday is a reminder that God’s blessings also can be bittersweet, but much to be grateful for nonetheless.
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Vaya con Dios: the best advice on heaven or earth
A"back-to-the-future" journey to the town where she lived as a child, and to the church where her family worshipped, inspires Eileen Benthal to reflect on choosing the right path.
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When trust in God yields disappointment
The scripture asks, 'Has anyone trusted in the Lord and been disappointed?’' Yes, I said to the Lord. “I have trusted in you all my life and yes, I have been disappointed.” Life on Purpose by Eileen Benthal.
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Shed doubt, step out of the boat … and walk
"You of little faith. Why did you doubt?” Why, indeed? Life on Purpose by Eileen Benthal
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The power of language
God gave us two ears and one mouth for a reason. “Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger.” (James 1:19) If we spent more time listening to one another than speaking in anger, the world would probably be a better place.
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Afraid but strong, choosing light over darknesss
On the eve of her 91st brain surgery, Johanna Benthal, age 18, wanted to take a picture showing she was afraid, but strong, standing in the darkness holding a lit candle to signify the hope she carries within.
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Finding freedom from fear and worry
We can't let fear and worry take over our lives and cripple us — especially for someone coping with chronic illness in the family. Find freedom by replacing fear and worry with trust.