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7 Memorable Animals of the Bible
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Here are seven of the most remarkable animals mentioned in Scripture.
5 Bible Verses to Battle the Summer Heat
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Here’s some cooling solace as we weather the rest of the season.
Sarah of the Bible: When God Makes You Laugh
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Sarah of the Bible and her answered prayer from God
How Her Family’s Heirloom Quilts Brought Her Happiness
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Her grandmother’s renowned quilts had been lost for years, until an angel brought them home.
Faith Inspired Him to Break the Cycle of Domestic Abuse
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Former NFL player Troy Vincent, who grew up in a violent home, now devotes himself to confronting this all-too-prevalent issue.
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The inspiring story of how her husband’s project made her dream come true
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He finally had a spiritual awakening deep below the Pacific Ocean.
