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Choose Not to Have False Guilt

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Jesus came so we could have life, and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) This is not referring to health and wealth. It’s telling us that Jesus came to give us eternal … Continue reading

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Choose to Not Be Selfish

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren  When God encourages us to be giving instead of selfish, it may appear He is just looking out for the other guy. However, scientific research shows that when we give to others, … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Miss Everyday Miracles

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren One definition of a miracle is an extraordinary event that brings a welcomed consequence. Years ago, before moving pictures, visual effects, and technology that constantly shocks the senses, people seemed to appreciate … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Forget Who You Are

Another Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren   Once Jesus asked His disciples, “Whom do men say that I am?” Some said he was John the Baptist, some said Elias, some said a prophet and so on. Jesus was no … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Give Up on People

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren We received a lovely note from someone. She said, “I have not forgotten about you or all the good advice you gave me. Please don’t give up on me…” Those are powerful … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Be Resentful and Bitter

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Having been born in the foothills of the Ozarks, I know a bit about grudge mentalities. Now don’t get me wrong! I love my roots, but mountain and hill people have a … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Add to Someone’s Misery

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren We all know the story of Job in the Bible. He was a wealthy, loyal servant of God who was afflicted by Satan and lost everything he had. He was miserable. So … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Live in the Past

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren   Here’s a little something I try to remember: The past is to learn from, not to live in. So many of us live in the past, constantly lamenting what might have … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Disdain Simple Pleasures

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Today we have many options. Most options were probably created to make life easier, but that is not always the way it works out. Too many options can leave us confused, making … Continue reading

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Choose Not to Think Someone’s Salvation Depends on You

One More Year of Choices By Barbara Dahlgren Some miss the mark by thinking people are lost because we do not do our part. If God is depending on us to bring everyone to salvation, salvation is doomed before it … Continue reading

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