Dependence

I grew up learning about Independence as our country separated from the taxation and oversight of the British government. We became an independent nation with our own government and laws for ourselves. We celebrate Independence Day every year on July 4 here in the United States.  Our independent spirit seems to be part of our…

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Specific Prayer

I learned about prayer when I was a young kid. My parents and grandparents talked about prayer and also prayed personally. As a kid, I don’t remember being worried about much.  When I grew into an adult, I learned that there were lots of things to think on, ponder or consider. There were choices coming…

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Declaration of Dependence

I am grateful to have been born in the United States of America. I have been a patriotic person since I was a young kid. My grandfather (Pappy) served in World War II and what little I knew about all of that, I was thankful for the freedom we enjoy in this country. I’ve learned…

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Strong & Courageous

  I’ve learned the hard way that being strong doesn’t have a lot to do with my physical strength – it’s inner strength. Being Courageous is “the quality of mind or spirit that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, pain, etc., without fear”. I believe both these words are character qualities of the heart…

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