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True Religion and Inner Renewal
Learn the Scriptures. Don't try to modernize the
church. Don't try to jazz up the church. The church is
not to fit or suit people. People are to suit the church -–
Christ's teachings. Practice pure and undefiled religion.
Be faithful to the word. Constantly return to the
scriptures for spiritual renewal. Stay fit for physical
renewal. Associate with great people for social
renewal.
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Tom Gaskins, Palmdale, Florida
Develop and maintain a true faith in God, then
practice Christ's example of servanthood as much and
as often as possible. Going to church is very important,
but is not an example of finding true religion. Spiritual
faith keeps inner renewal assured. Don't ever get too
high or too low; have confidence in yourself with the
Lord's help. Read, study, and practice the example of
Jesus; keep life and its meaning in perspective.
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Max Reiboldt, Alpharetta, Georgia
You will have to get to the point where you fully
understand you have no control over anything or
anybody, and that you are totally dependent on God.
Most commonly, it takes a loss of something dear to
learn this. Study about other beliefs, dogmas, and
doctrines. Study the Bible to learn what you believe
and why. Remember that you are special to God.
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Robert Lewis, Nashville, Tennessee
Remember you're a sinner and you have absolutely
no hope without .God and Christ. Then, don't worry
about your sin. Set about loving, serving, and teaching
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