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January 12, 2018

An Awesome Responsibility

Michael Slaton (Alabama)

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This poor soul cried, and was heard by the Lord, and was saved from every trouble. - Psalm 34:6 (NRSV)

In March 2003 I had a serious stroke. It was an especially difficult time because I am left-handed and was paralyzed on my left side for quite a while. I don’t believe the doctors expected me to recover, but God had another plan. I did recover, went back to college,...

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, thank you for the privilege and responsibility of prayer. May we use our difficulties as a way to encourage others. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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Psalm 34:1-8

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