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True Religion and Inner Renewal
husband, or even my mom and dad. But, I have been
through many tests, and my husband and I have
suffered many times, and one thing we have found out
is that down the road , maybe 2 years or 10, we will
understand why it all happened. And without exception,
we have found God's hand was working in our lives.
For the category of "Inner Renewal" -- Do not become
bitter. Bitterness over circumstances for which we have
no control is a real killer. It kills peace of mind, it kills
the healing process, and it eats your insides away. I
know from whence I speak. When one needs to be
renewed, I have found that it really is true that starting
in the pit and slowly working your way out is the most
complete and cleansing renewal one can achieve.
--
Mrs. Tom Hancock, Pasadena, Texas
Seek and maintain friendship with God, and know
Him. Accept God's gift of adoration by grace. Do the
loving thing in every situation, even if ·it is tough love.
Make yourself a part of a body of Christians, and make
that a priority. Become a part of a small Bible study
group. Learn to be honest with self and God. Refuse
to be deceived about your own power or your own
goodness. Take a long look at your own helplessness
in the universe. Know every minute that Satan is at
work. Draw close to God in prayer, study, and
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