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True Religion and Inner Renewal
Perceive the miracle of conception and birth.
Contemplate the way our bodies work in such intricate
detail. There has to be a God, and He is a Spirit, for we
cannot see Him. Read the book of Job, especially the
last few chapters! You will become aware of a power
greater than yourself. Read and meditate on God's
word. Therefore, come to the realization of who we are
in relationship to Him. Realize that while we are
failures, He still loves us and accepts us once we come
to Him in repentance to be renewed to begin anew each
and every day, through the grace of Jesus Christ and
yvhat He died for, to take our place.
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Kathy Lacefield, Jacksonville, Arkansas
Complete honesty with self, willingness to learn
different principles; i.e. gain a better and more accurate
understanding of God's will and not having a closed
mind helps one to find inner renewal. Try to avoid
preconceived interpretation when studying the Bible.
Study to see what the Bible really teaches instead of
trying to prove up prior teachings. Get to know yourself
by facing your strengths and your weaknesses. Forgive
yourself. Forgive others. Develop a deep, spiritual
relationship with a friend. Finally, let go. Just let go.
The inner renewal that works for me is quiet time. Try
to get some aside. Mine is in the morning before others
awaken and while I'm out walking. Take time alone to
think about life, God, and our purpose on earth. Count
your blessings.
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Danny Skipper, Tyler, Texas
For the category of "True Religion" -- Don't question
too much ... I guess I can talk. I never lost a child, a
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