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Naked I Stand

Naked I Stand
We have been trying to hide and cover our bodies since Eden. We fear that someone may see us as we actually are, naked and imperfect. The mirror at the salon, with hair pulled back and bright lights shining, reveals my true face. It’s easier to imagine an airbrushed look when not forced to gaze…
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Parodox Within

Parodox Within
It seems to me that in the fullness of life there are great paradoxes. There is truth that I know in my heart, but yet cannot understand. God has foreordained me to be His child, but it is fully my choice. I am created in His image and yet formed from the dust. I am…
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Shelter in the Storm

Shelter in the Storm
 Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule in justice. Each will be like a hiding place from the wind, a shelter from the storm. Isaiah 32:1-2 Each will be a shelter, a hiding place. Princes (and princesses!) take the lead of their ruler. They represent Him and fulfill His plan. We will…
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Emunah Faith

Emunah Faith
Abram’s faith was reckoned as righteousness. Genesis 15:6 What was it about Abraham’s faith that God called him righteous? The word we translate as faith here is emunah. Abraham had emunah. Faith is often referring to what we believe. Emunah, though, is a word that connotes a visceral conviction. It is an active trust and…
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