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April 30, 2018

Pray Together

Iverson Emanuel Martinez (Cortés, Honduras)

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If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. - Romans 12:18 (NIV)

I am currently serving a 15-year prison sentence. Recently I had a visit from my children, whom I had not seen in three years. What joy! I noticed that my 8-year-old daughter, Ashley, was distant and looked sad. As she came close to me, she lowered her voice and said,...

Today's Prayer
Lord Jesus, may your word be foremost in our hearts and minds as we work through our challenges. Amen.
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Romans 12:17-21

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