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May 6, 2020

A Lenten Challenge

Bryan Young (Texas, USA)

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Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. - Proverbs 3:27 (NIV)

During Lent our pastor challenged the congregation to step out of our comfort zone by faithfully tithing 10 percent, sharing the gospel with others, and helping our community through acts of service. I accepted the challenge. My first payday during Lent was the biggest paycheck I had ever received. Although...

Today's Prayer
Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for all you have done for us and all you allow us to do in your name. Keep showing us the joys of serving you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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Philemon 1:4-7

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