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In the World — November 30, 2014

By Christy Barritt   Obamacare May Cover Abortions A new report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has found that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is providing coverage for abortions in some states. Officially Obamacare does not cover abortions except in the event of rape, incest, or health of the mother. However the rules […]

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Fighting for Joy

By Audrey Hector   As a mental health therapist, I recognized the signs of depression in others—yet it was more difficult to detect them in me.  Depression is generally characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, inability to concentrate, difficulty sleeping, and low energy. I struggled to take my own counsel and implement the strategies I […]

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The Lesson and Life — for December 7, 2014

By Tyler McKenzie   Incarnation, the Christmas paradox: majesty dressed in humility, God’s Son growing in Mary’s belly, the Prince born peasant, Creator created, higher than angels laid lower than cattle, Jesus’ extraordinarily ordinary arrival. Can you feel the tension? If not, try reading Hebrews 1 over a modern-day manger, preferably while in use. “[God] […]

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The Well of Wonder

By Tammy Darling   A crackling campfire with flames reaching for the stars stirs up thoughts of a God who led the Israelites by fire at night. I am reminded that the fire would have provided benefits similar to a physical fire—light to see, warmth, and protection from wild animals. Photographing a myriad of clouds […]

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In the World — November 23, 2014

By Christy Barritt   Homeless Elderly Prayed and Got Help An elderly couple living inside their car in a Walmart parking lot prayed for help. Dee and Gordon Head, both in their 70s, spent weeks living in their vehicle in Florida—with their three dogs. They moved from Texas for a job that fell through, and […]