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The Cost of Discipleship

by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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Confronting Old Testament Controversies: Pressing Questions about Evolution, Sexuality, History, and Violence

by Tremper Longman III

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The Priest: Aaron (Sons of Encouragement, #1)

by Francine Rivers (Goodreads Author)

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Alyssa’s Quotes

“Psalm 119:50. My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.”
― Karen Kingsbury, This Side of Heaven

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“Forgiveness is not a feeling; it is a commitment.”
― Gary Chapman, The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate

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“verbal compliments are far greater motivators than nagging words.”
― Gary Chapman, The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts

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“God’s peace covered Brooklyn like the sun warming her body, and she flung out her arms to let more of the rising sun’s warmth caress her skin. To aid in believing in a great God who could bring the sun up every morning. Surely, if He could do that, He could”
― Susan Sleeman, Shadow of Doubt

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“When you feel overwhelmed, focus your mind on one thing—one thing you can control in that moment—and put everything else aside.”
― C.C. Warrens, Firefly Diaries

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