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The shadow bitter path
The author reflects on their journey, recognizing that neither one decision nor person led to their current struggles. They overextended themselves while building a tech company, ignoring warning signs and facing financial collapse. Amid regret and despair, they confront their limits, finding hope in surrendering to faith in God despite uncertain circumstances.
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Lord, Put Yourself Between Me and My Circumstances
The writer seeks to deepen their relationship with Lord Jesus by asking Him to intervene between them and various fears and uncertainties. They emphasize faith in Christ’s strength and goodness, irrespective of circumstances, reaffirming that God remains faithful and good through both clear and challenging times. They commit to maintaining their focus on Him.
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Psalm 143
The speaker seeks God’s mercy and guidance amidst weariness and burdens. They yearn for a deeper connection with God, requesting help to resist negative emotions and recall past faithfulness. They desire humility, courage, and patience in decision-making, emphasizing reliance on God rather than circumstances or personal failures.
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The Bible part 1
The Book That Wasn’t Handed Down From Heaven Every week someone tells me the Bible was “decided by a council,” or that the real story of Christianity got buried by men with an agenda. Before answering any of that, we need to ask a more basic question: what kind of book does the Bible claim…
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Lord here me
Lord, I have no hope but You. I have reached the limits of my own strength, wisdom, resources, and ability to fix what is before me. I do not know how everything will be resolved, and I cannot carry every burden that has gathered around me. But I know You are still God, and I…
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Breakfast on the Shore
The final chapter of John’s Gospel emphasizes the significance of Jesus’ resurrection and Peter’s restoration. Jesus appears to His disciples by the Sea of Tiberias, where He performs a miracle and reinstates Peter by asking three times if he loves Him. This chapter highlights the importance of faith, obedience, and personal following of Christ.
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When I Do Not Know What to Do: Prayers of Repentance, Mercy, Surrender, and Hope
The author expresses a heartfelt prayer of repentance and dependence on God, acknowledging personal shortcomings and the need for divine intervention. They seek guidance, wisdom, and mercy in facing overwhelming challenges while surrendering control over outcomes. Ultimately, the prayer emphasizes trust in God’s power, provision, and purpose in life’s circumstances.
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When Institutions Treat an Elected President as an Exceptional Threat
The document explores the constitutional implications of Donald Trump’s presidency, emphasizing how perceived threats from his leadership prompted various institutions to engage in unconventional resistance. It argues that this decentralized coordination can subvert constitutional norms, challenging the balance of power and ultimately the legitimacy of democratic governance. The various factions’ justification for extraordinary measures highlights…
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Happy 88th birthday, Grammy Frances
Remembering Grammy Frances A Celebration of Frances Wayne Doggett Smith September 19, 1938 – May 3, 2002 On September 19, 2026, we remember and celebrate Frances Wayne Doggett Smith, known lovingly by her grandchildren as “Grammy Frances.” Had she been with us today, Frances would have celebrated her 88th birthday. Her birthday is an opportunity…
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1973, Idolatry, and Christian Discernment
Testing the “Molech–Ashtoreth–Baal” Claim by Scripture Purpose A popular Christian argument claims that three major events in 1973 represented a spiritual turning point in America: Roe v. Wade — associated symbolically with Molech and the sacrifice of children. Miller v. California — associated symbolically with Ashtoreth and sexual immorality. The Endangered Species Act — associated…
John Hargrove Seeking Truth and Reality
Texas engineer finding the signal of grace in grief, code, and Scripture
