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True Religion and Inner Renewal
Study to show yourself approved unto God. ·A
workman needs not to be ashamed. Rightly dividing
the Word of God will provide inner renewal. The Word
of God is the sword of the Spirit and is our absolute
guide. Prayer and God's mercy are like two buckets in
a well; while one ascends, the other descends.
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Gloria Evins, Bartlett, Tennessee
Beware of the devil, for he works in a number of
ways. Read your Bible and pray to God for wisdom.
Do not take anyone else's word as gospel. Just go
outside and look at the trees, plants, and birds, or go
out at night and look at the stars in the sky, and you not
only get help, but gain spiritual awareness.
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Bob Wright, Judsonia, Arkansas
Take time to be alone with yourself, retreat and
reflect on God's word and your basic values. Review
your goals and accomplishments. Gain forgiveness for
your failures. Think positive thoughts. Be aware of
your blessings. Be bound to God by his laws, and give
oneself to mankind.
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Roy and Cassandra Dickson, Bartlesville, Oklahoma
"Fear God and keep His commandments," Eccl.
12:13. You must spend time in reading and studying
the Bible to know God's commandments. Study God's
word. Keep company with Christians. When I attend
the gathering of Christians, it is a great way to renew
myself through singing, praying, and studying God's
Word.
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Mildred Horton, Midvale, Idaho
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