When my great-grandmother wanted to marry my great-grandfather she actually had to wait for him to be able to afford tobuy her from the people who owned her “contract” (i.e. her person) as a domestic servant. This was in the United States, by the way. Three generations ago. ...
Namaste is a Sanskrit phrase combining two phrases to mean “I bow to you” or “The divine in me bows to the divine in you.” It is a common Hindu/Indian greeting. Not only is it a salutation but it is used as a sign of reverence and respect. However, i
For those who are led by the Spirit of God are thechildren of God. The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” The Spirit himself test...
Heather Adamsis an author, speaker, and singer living in Connecticut. Heather’s passion is to equip and encourage believers to seek more of God’s truth and to experience more of His joy each day. Her book,Bow Down: The Heart of a True Worshipperis a practical, 30-day devotional about...
“You mean my once purple toes?” Pete asked as he vigorously followed Sophie’s instructions. “Good. Now stick out your tongue.” “You’re an awfully demanding nurse, ya know,” he said in the same dry tone. “I’ve brought your favorite shirt.” Appearing suddenly in the open door...
Here’s what I mean by that: the whole book a protag is with one person (when the love interest is clearly…well…interested) but then something happens at the very end to cause that initial relationship to end and our protag turns around and is like, “Oh yes, I guess I do love...
What Does It Mean to Be Virtuous? Heather Adams Contributing Writer Updated February 10, 2023 “For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives ...
“vote counting rooms”, steal the ballots, and substitute fake ballots which show Steve Trevor winning. Steve finally realizes he’s been duped and demands a recount, whereupon Manly attempts to destroy the real ballots. Of course Wonder Woman wins in the end, but does this situation sound ...
Preferential Option for the Poor option for thepoordoes not mean that God lovespoorpeople more than rich people. But it does mean that we may have to work harder to love others as Jesus has loved Archbishop Oscar Romero A modest and good man‚ he was mostly inclined...
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