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Freely Thankful

The once in a lifetime union of Hanukkah and Thanksgiving gives us time to reflect on the similarities of these holidays. Where holidays can diminish when joined (think birthday on Christmas) they can also become more meaningful when the symbolism is connected. The Jewish tradition and Christian tradition this week actually are born out of…
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Thank God

This is the season of thanks - a wonderful time of the year when our minds are more intentional toward gratitude. There are many great tools and exercises for recounting those things for which we are grateful, but I am reminded again that it is just as important that we are intentional about WHO we…
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Celebrate!

 “the Jews took it upon themselves …” Tonight begins the celebration our Jewish brothers and sisters will observe for Purim.  This holiday is to remember the protection and deliverance God provided to them (as recorded in the book of Esther). Esther records that “they took it upon themselves” to celebrate.  They were so grateful and…
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Thanks

I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.  During this season of thankfulness, where we count the blessings and good things in our life, are we careful to point out Who we're thankful to? We are bombarded through social media, emails, friends and…
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