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She Did What She Could
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Gayle Trotter
Do you sometimes feel paralyzed by too many pressing demands? Do the world’s tragedies sometimes overwhelm you with news of famines, floods, and despotism? Elisa Morgan, former CEO of Mothers of Preschoolers, recently addressed these questions. As the leader of a young mothers group, she understands the frustration of having seemingly infinite demands that overwhelm…
Eternal Valentine’s Day: Looking for God’s Love in All the Wrong Places
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Gayle Trotter
This week, we are celebrating Valentine’s Day and continue to mourn Whitney Houston’s death. She starred in The Preacher’s Wife, a forgettable movie with an unforgettable soundtrack including the song, “I Believe in You and Me,” describing a superlative, eternal love. These aspirations seldom bear out, particularly among celebrities, for whom love is often more…
Five Reasons to Study the Bible
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Gayle Trotter
Regretful bride Kim Kardashian recently tweeted: “I want to start a Bible study group with my friends.” Here are five reasons to study the Bible: Anyone can benefit from reading the Bible, which is full of the epic stories of good versus evil. Just as reading good literature engages our mind, studying the Bible can…
Sometimes to win, you just need to finish
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Gayle Trotter
The beautiful teenage track star readies herself for the championship race. This contest will determine whether Holland Reynolds’s high school cross country team will win an eighth state championship. Next to her, coach Jim Tracy displays a pensive look. He hobbles slightly as he gives his final words of advice. Tracy has recently received a…
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