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What Do Snow White and Her Dwarfs Have To Do With The Church?

In 1934, Walt Disney wanted to create something that had never been done before—a feature-length cartoon story, complete with animation and brilliant color. This began the story of the beautiful princess Snow White and her Seven Dwarfs. Disney risked his career and his very future as an artist in bringing ...

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Facing A Storm? Keep A Cool Spirit

What makes you feel bothered, distressed, jumpy, or unstable? Is it the small, daily irritations piled one on another? Maybe it’s the true storms that come upon you unexpectedly: failed health, relationship troubles, loss of various kinds.  Anything that tries our patience or challenges our  faith can bring these emotions ...

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God’s Number Is 7

Biblical definition of the number seven                                 The number 7 has played a significant role throughout biblical history. God has revealed that the number 7 is very important to Him. God defines 7 in terms of completeness, perfection and fulfillment. It also is defined as the end of a work or ...

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A Bit of Lightheartedness–Enjoying Life

A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. Proverbs 17:22 My brother, sister and I grew up in a strict environment. We only had candy once a week unless we got candy from a holiday such as Halloween, Christmas or Easter–even then we ...

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Strangers, Pilgrims, and Aliens: A Christian’s Life

The stranger listens as those around him talk, sharing their experiences. Standing at a distance, he observes their behaviors and watches as their choices play out in their lives. The pilgrim is on a journey called life—in a foreign land where he will never fully belong.  He looks forward to ...

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