It is getting harder and harder to openly live our faith in this country that was founded on Godly principles. It makes my heart sad to see Jesus’ name being trampled, prayers being squashed, and God being chased from all public places. WE, dear Christian brothers and sisters, may well be the only example of Christ the people around us encounter. Therefore it is imperative we grow in spiritual understanding, that we walk in a way that points others to Him. Go forth and bear fruit! Please Him with your words and actions! Seek His will and follow it! Oh, how people need to see Jesus in YOU.
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