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Read more about the article My Christian life: Pen pal shares faith with prisoners

My Christian life: Pen pal shares faith with prisoners

  • Post author:Ann M. Ponath
  • Post published:2022/02/24
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God’s grace brings forgiveness, hope, and love across prison walls. “Remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison” (Hebrews 13:3). Growing up, perhaps you had…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Born deaf to a hearing family

My Christian life: Born deaf to a hearing family

  • Post author:Amanda Klemp
  • Post published:2022/01/30
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Growing up deaf with limited language skills, a woman seeks to understand what Christ did for all people. Rebecca Davis is a Christian. She loves her Lord. Yet, Rebecca has…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: A single mother finds a new beginning

My Christian life: A single mother finds a new beginning

  • Post author:Alicia A. Neumann
  • Post published:2021/12/07
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A struggling single parent finds a home, community, and renewed faith. Two and a half years ago, Erika was pregnant and living in what she calls some “unsavory” temporary housing.…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Finding real Christmas joy while in the hospital

My Christian life: Finding real Christmas joy while in the hospital

  • Post author:D. Thomas Rawerts
  • Post published:2021/11/30
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A hospital stay during Christmas helps a pastor focus on real Christmas joy. “Please, Lord, please let next Christmas be different.” On Dec. 12, 2020, I was admitted to the…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Holding up the prophets’ hands

My Christian life: Holding up the prophets’ hands

  • Post author:Janet Klann
  • Post published:2021/10/26
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How one woman turned her mission zeal into a lifetime of service "holding up the prophet's hands". For almost 60 years Delores Griepentrog has been writing letters of encouragement and…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: One man’s battle with anxiety

My Christian life: One man’s battle with anxiety

  • Post author:William Woodington
  • Post published:2021/09/23
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Anxiety can prove to be a good thing. It can draw us back to God and his promises. I recently took my mask off. I am not referring to the…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Heart transplant inspires a life of service

My Christian life: Heart transplant inspires a life of service

  • Post author:Cameron Schroeder
  • Post published:2021/08/28
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A heart transplant confirms a young man’s desire to share the blessings of Jesus with others. Three distinct moments come to mind when Pastor John and Katy Roekle knew their…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Finding true peace through Psalm 23

My Christian life: Finding true peace through Psalm 23

  • Post author:Christine Trettin
  • Post published:2021/07/23
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A woman suffering from cancer shares what Psalm 23 means to her. We all go through the dark valleys. I hope my story can help prepare you for that day…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: An incredible harp-playing journey

My Christian life: An incredible harp-playing journey

  • Post author:Ann M. Ponath
  • Post published:2021/06/29
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Using music to soothe spirits, praise God, and share the gospel. “Sing to the Lord with grateful praise; make music to our God on the harp” (Psalm 147:7). The Bible…

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