“Stress” “Worry” “Chaos” and “Fear” … the buzzwords of the day. I don’t remember these in God’s dictionary, but I do remember:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts [...]

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“The time we spend in solitude with our heavenly Father and our Bible is time spent waiting upon the Lord. Afterward there is the mounting up, the taking flight as an eagle. We are able to soar because we have been with the Lord.” - Elizabeth George
… because we have been with the Lord.

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HEALTHY & GOOD PUMPKIN BREAD
Makes 10 servings.
1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup oat bran
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1 cup skim milk
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup wheat germ
Preheat oven to 375°. Lightly spray a large nonstick loaf pan with vegetable oil. Mix the pumpkin, sugar, skim milk and [...]

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1. Keep a small tray under your toaster. It collects crumbs that fall through, allowing for easier clean up.
2. To remove candle wax on your carpet, place a clean brown paper shopping bag (or paper towels) on the wax spot and run a hot iron over it. Place a new, unused part of the brown [...]

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5 slices whole grain bread cubed
1 1/2 cups skim milk
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 Tbsp. chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly spray a large ceramic or glass baking dish with vegetable oil cooking spray. Combine pumpkin with pumpkin pie spice, milk and sugar. Add cubed bread and mix well. [...]

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From the creators of FACING THE GIANTS… F I R E P R O O F
In theaters September 26. Please check your local movie guides for limited theaters and limited engagements.
THE STORY At work, inside burning buildings, Capt. Caleb Holt lives by the old firefighter’s adage: Never leave your partner behind. At home, in the [...]

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The kids are back in school and, ready or not, the holidays will soon be upon us. Enthusiasts are already pulling out their fall decorations and craft boutiques have started in many areas. The excitement for all that Autumn and the holidays promise is contagious.
However, in spite of the beauty and endless joy this time [...]

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1/2 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup skim milk
1/4 cup oatmeal (Old-fashioned oats)
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Delicious but not too sweet. Just right to share with a friend.
Optional: Before serving, plop a small scoop of sugar-free, reduced-fat vanilla ice cream on top.

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“Furthermore, you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God; men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them, as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” Exodus 18:21
King of kings and Lord of lords, we ask for Your wisdom that we [...]

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Using reduced-fat or fat-free plain yogurt is a great way to reduce the fat in creamy dressings (including mayo) and dips. Start with a 2 to 1 ratio: 2 parts dressing or dip to 1 part yogurt. If desired, over time, increase yogurt / decrease dressing to tolerable taste.
DIP RECIPES
BAKED ARTICHOKE DIP
2 14-oz. cans artichoke [...]

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