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Cyrus: God’s Anointed

Even people who are secular and non-religious can be used by God for God’s purposes.

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Imperfect Sons

It is only when we own our imperfection that we can do the will of our Father.

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How to Forgive

We can find strength to forgive if we remember God’s gifts.

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To Bind and to Loose

God has given us real authority to make decisions in our lives, and the decisions we make heaven will not overrule.

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Jeremiah’s Fire

When God places a fire in our heart, we cannot hold it in.

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Hidden Treasure

God sees in us a treasure that is hidden from others and perhaps even from ourselves.

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The Groaning of the Spirit

When we do not know how to pray, the Spirit of God prays for us.

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An Easy Yoke

If we take our burden and give it to Jesus, it becomes his burden and he will help us carry it.

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Jesus Versus Family

Jesus calls us to follow him, even over the objections of our family.

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While We Were Still Sinners

Since Christ died for us while we were sinners, we should have confidence that sin cannot separate us from God’s love.

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Tasting the Eucharist

The question is not how often we receive the Eucharist, but do we taste it when we do?

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The Reason for Our Hope

No matter how difficult or divisive our situation may be, the power of God is greater than the forces that attack us.

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