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Because of His Persistence

We’ve all experienced wanting something so deeply that we turn to God in prayer, asking Him to give it to us. Jesus tells us that if we ask, we will receive, and if we seek, we will find. Yet many of us know the feeling of not having all our prayers answered. It’s important to […]

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There is Need of Only One Thing

Every day brings a mix of tasks I need to do and others I want to do. I have responsibilities to my family, duties at work, commitments to organizations I’m part of, and personal needs. On top of that, I have many wants. While these wants might seem unnecessary, they’re essential for maintaining my sanity. […]

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Go and Do Likewise

I have many goals in life, but my highest priority is getting to Heaven. I believe most people would say the same. But how can we make sure we actually reach that goal? In the Gospel of Luke this weekend, we hear that the path to eternal life comes through loving God with all our […]

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I Am Sending You Like Lambs Among Wolves

We each have a calling and a purpose in life. Discovering our gifts and learning how to use them well isn’t always quick or easy. Even after we recognize our potential, we still need to step out into the world and push through the darkness to make a real difference. Jesus told His disciples, “I […]