The world you know has changed. Science has been replaced by dark, supernatural forces and those that know how have harnessed them to control the world. You no longer have the right to believe what you want. You do not have the right to choose the kind of life you will live. But you have a choice: you can surrender and live in fear, or you can join the resistance. As part of Red Horizon, a quickly-growing resistance movement, Gibson Craig has devoted his life to opposing these dictators. But ...
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Most people do not see God at work in their personal life and, therefore, do not see how to join Him. The Divine Appointments podcast reminds us to be encouraged in our faith because God is at work all around us if our eyes are open to seeing His hand. My hope and prayer is that, by hearing these stories, you too will engage where God is already working and discover God’s mission for your life.
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DJ and Deashton - Hillcrest Christian seniors share lives changed
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Exciting things happening at Hillcrest Christian School! Be inspired by seniors DJ and Deashton as they share how being students at Hillcrest has changed their lives. Each shares their story of faith in Jesus Christ and encouragement by their teachers and fellow students. Consider joining in prayer and support in the mission of this school. “For I …
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Jenifer Branning - A Mississippi Supreme Court candidate’s faith
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Mississippi Senator Jenifer Branning is a faithful wife, loving mother, committed attorney, and state senator who is now running for a position on the Mississippi Supreme Court. She explains her Mississippi roots, how she got involved in state government, and why she believes her next step is as a MS Supreme Court justice. She believes she is able …
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Katie Eubanks Ginn -“Oh My Word” - her podcast ministry
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You know Katie as the publisher of Mississippi Christian Living magazine. Now she is doing a new ministry, her podcast, called “Oh My Word.” She explains why she is doing the podcast. She allowed me to capture some clips from our interview together. “Oh give thanks to the Lord; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples! Sing to him…
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Lindsay Hughes - “If you stay, God is going to use this”
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”Looking at this incredible lady who has been a foreign missionary, a hospital chaplain, a dance teacher, a mother and a wife, you could never imagine her time of despair and tragedy. There was a day she walked in with a 1yo, 2yo, and 3yo to give her husband back her wedding ring and walk away for good. But the Holy Spirit said, “Don’t do that!” Je…
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Joel & Meredith: “Partner where God is already working”
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We share the story of how City Church began and how they are now pouring into the lives of so many. Now they are building up the kids at Hillcrest Christian school which is an extension of what God is doing in Jackson. Reach the kids for Jesus then help them with their education. Partner where God is already working. Come partner with us…. In praye…
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Cindy Townsend: “God, I trust my life to you”
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Cindy is a minister yet in one the scariest times of her life, diagnosed with a brain tumor, she learned to completely trust God with her life. She claims God’s goodness in her life. He makes the bitter lemons in our life become sweet blessings from Him.By Meredith Travelstead
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Dr. Tom Prather: “Lives transformed at this school”
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Come and see the school which Dr. Prather describes as the “Best kept secret in our area” with the greatest potential for growth once the word gets out. God brought this man for a third time back to Hillcrest Christian School to take the helm and guide the school into its future expansion. He brings years of Christian education, business, academic …
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Betty discusses her 66 years of marriage and how she and her husband Eddie have grown stronger together. During difficult times God always showed His purpose. On a pull-out writing board from Eddie’s desk at Fox Everett, he recorded many sayings and verses which became their strength and life lessons. Betty published this as a book. The Kinchens te…
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Tonya Marsman: “From walking dead to new light and hope”
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Tonya Marsman felt lost and hopeless. She was looking for love and acceptance but found this only in Jesus Christ. Her work friends kept asking her to come to church. She finally accepted. Her life was changed by their obedience.By Meredith Travelstead
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Terry Fant: “From Bouncer to Preacher- What happened?”
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God pursued a shy little boy out of a difficult childhood and disappointment, being a bouncer in a bar, and being on the brink of divorce through complete surrender of his life to Jesus Christ. Look what’s happening at this church!By Meredith Travelstead
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Happy New Year’s - the Past vs. the Future
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Why do we have New Year’s resolutions? Are they biblical? We all make them. What about remembering the year? What does God command us to do? The cure to anxiety is thankfulness. God asks us to remember and be thankful. This gives us the faith (commitment before knowledge) to follow Him.By Meredith Travelstead
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The God of the miraculous. The God of the Impossible. Jesus came to save the broken. Amy discusses David’s and her call to the “Jerusalem” of downtown Jackson, Mississippi. They have spent 20 years living with and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ daily with their neighbors. She explains our call to love our neighbors “as ourselves.” The commit…
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We have an exciting recap about the huge move of God across our Metro MS area the past few weeks and months. Ryan Wade talks about the many miraculous stories of lives changed around the Metro MS Go Tell crusade and the partnerships in Jesus Christ which happened involving many churches and people. Then WHAT NOW? We talk about how God is using this…
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Art Jones is businessman, tennis coach, and regional director in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He tells his story of a pathway of destruction through alcohol and drug addiction which caused him to lose a full-paid tennis scholarship. Only when he laid down his life fully to Jesus Christ did he then find the true freedom he desired. Today he…
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Austin Anderson: “Just show up. Come see Jesus”
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Listen to this youth minister’s story. Austin grew up with no Father and was angry with God due to tragedy in his life. A friend invited him to a youth camp just before his senior year. He was a young life changed and now works for Young Life in our area. He says never assume you know where your student’s heart is. He saw lives changed with the 201…
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Dr. Dennis Rowlen- “A pediatrician’s reflection on parenting and walking in faith”
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Dr. Dennis Rowlen, pediatrician, talks about changes in the culture and attacks on the family during the 37 years of his practice. He gives great advice on raising kids, giving them role models and teaching them accountability. We must show kids what a family is. He is excited about the Metro MS Go Tell crusade—-it’s time! Miracles really do occur.…
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Rick Gage- “A man with a heart for those far from God”
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Hear the passionate story of a great football player and coach who says “God had been on the sidelines of my life. I had put Him on the bench; but God demands to be the Head coach of my life.” God changed his heart, and gave him a burden for those lost in the darkness and despair he had felt. Since that time of freedom, he has led thousands to Jesu…
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Willis, Danielle, Alex: “What are students searching for?”
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Insight straight from 3 student leaders who are engaging in the battle for their generation. They understand what their peers are looking for even if their peers don’t. This next generation is in good hands. Be challenged to walk boldy in your faith and support these youth leaders.By Meredith Travelstead
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Tahya Dobbs - “Hometown Magazines, Mississippi”
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God has a plan. Tahya walked in this plan from early marriage, motherhood, ministry to stepping into and growing a magazine business. She glorifies God through the mountains and valleys of life. “Everyone has a story to tell.” Jesus Christ is calling all to Himself.By Meredith Travelstead
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Jessi George- “Supernatural warfare in a tribe”
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Jessi and her husband were called to reach an unreached tribal group in Papua, New Guinea. They spent 9 years in the remote part of the country where they lived with a tribe, learning their language, writing their language and sharing the Bible with them. They experienced spiritual warfare on the front lines and learned to more deeply understand th…
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Ryan Wade - “God, why did you create me?”
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“Jesus is more real than I ever knew.” Ryan Wade was a college boy far from God even though he had grown up in the church. Ryan talks about how God brought him into a very personal relationship with Him through Jesus Christ. He craved the Word of God. Now he is passionate about seeking all those who are far from God and helping them understand God …
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Mr. Percy Thornton is a well-known Mississippi Christian businessman as owner of Southern States Utility Trailers and H and P Trailer Leasing, but his true love is that of soul-winning for Jesus Christ. This is why he is so excited to discuss the “Metro Mississippi - Go Tell America” crusade coming to Brandon amphitheater Oct. 13-18, 2023. Rick Gag…
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Ish and Little D - “Love the fatherless and orphans”
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We get an update on the ministry of Ishmael Harley. He invites kids to church and invites them into a relationship with Jesus Christ. We are sending out a call for anyone who can step up to mentor, tutor and invest in these kids. These are little lives changed with eternal consequences.By Meredith Travelstead
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Heath Ferguson: “The all-out assault on God’s first institution: the marriage”
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Why has your spouse been unfaithful and what do you do now? Heath Ferguson, a licensed professional counselor, gives insight into the struggles which pull husbands and wives apart and how they can address them early on. He gives wisdom on how marriages can be repaired starting with understanding God’s creation of us as His imagers.…
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Joel & Meredith - “Marriage, Mission and Adventure”
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We shared our story of the Great Adventure of Life, discovering God’s intended mission, with the graduating students of the Christian Medical and Dental Society.By Meredith Travelstead
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Dr. Dorthy Young- "Dress-A-Child Ministry - Connecting prison inmate families to the love of Jesus"
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“Take the next logical step through faith” as inspired by the book by Robert Morgan in his book The Red Rules. This is how Dorthy Young and her husband Spence pour themselves into the Dress-A-Child ministry patiently waiting for the Lord to work out all the details miraculously. What an amazing ministry. Dorthy is allowing God to use her as a Prove…
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Joel & Meredith - “What is the will of God?”
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Peter tells us that we should “arm ourselves with the same attitude as Christ” in that we should spend the all of our time “concerned about the will of God.” We explore the Hebrew word “sama” which means to listen, understand and obey.By Meredith Travelstead
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“Dr. Tobe Momah - Nigerian physician who is ambassador for Christ”
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Amazing life story of Dr. Tobe who is strong Christian, family physician, researcher, professor, book writer, minister. He grew up in Nigeria and became a born again Christian at age 16. He spends his life as Christ’s example wherever he goes. He prays that when someone meets him they will say they met someone who “looks like Jesus.”…
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Stan Buckley -Part 2- “‘But God Ministries’ to the MS Delta”
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Stan continues to praise the Lord for how He uses “But God Ministries” to not only meet physical needs but also to bring the knowledge of Jesus Christ to the Mississippi Delta. This is darkness to light, despair to hope, lives forever changed.By Meredith Travelstead
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Erin Kate Goode- “Grounded in the Holy Spirit we will have hope that overflows for others”
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Stan Buckley - “From lawyer to preacher to…..But God Ministries”
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Stan tells us the amazing way God has walked him through career changes from lawyer to pastor to starting a non-profit ministry. He keeps taking the next step in faith learning to trust completely in God. Listen to the darkness he describes in the country of Haiti and how Jesus is bringing His light there. Stan’s excitement for seeing God work in t…
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Jamie Rasberry: “Keep my eyes focused on Him, my heart aligned with His heart“
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Jamie shares her amazing journey of being pursued by Jesus Christ and then prepared for the work He has for her to do. She has an incredible story of walking by faith and waiting for the call and plan God has for her, step by step.By Meredith Travelstead
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Dr. Michael Livingston - “Jesus, chief of the medical staff”
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There is a painting in the waiting room of Dr. Michael Livingston that depicts Jesus watching over a surgeon in the operating room. The plaque on it says “Chief of the Medical Staff.” Dr. Livingston bought this painting and displays it as he also lives by its words. He reflects on his life and how God “carried him through” so many events of his lif…
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Trey Carroll: “What you DO does not define who you ARE in Christ”
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Trey Carroll knew from a young age he wanted to be in the ministry. He wanted to see the world and make his impact on the world. After a major stroke, Trey has recovered physically but he says he has been forever changed on the inside.By Meredith Travelstead
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Andrea Sanders - “Commissioner of MS Child Protective Services”
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“Each one of these cases is one little living soul, so the stakes are high.” Andrea’s goal is for us see these children as “Mississippi’s children” and these families as “Mississippi’s families.” These are the most vulnerable families of our state. She is working to take care of and provide a brighter future for almost 3,600 kids. Her “first respon…
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Dr. Mike McMullan - “Go through the doors God opens for me”
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Dr. Mike McMullan is a cardiologist. He shares his life story, including a miraculous recovery from a biking accident. For years he has been mentoring students at work, but also opening his home to them as well. He and his wife Missy share the love of Christ weekly with students, demonstrating how to live out their faith.…
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Hal and Lisa Selby - Part 2: “How to extend grace and truth to those around us”
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This is a continuation of the conversation with a couple dealing with his long-time same sex attraction and God pursuing him even as he was a pastor. They discuss healing in their marriage and how a ministry was begun. “God loved us when we were enemies and sinners and ungodly and helpless.” The key to extending both grace and truth is relationship…
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What I learned from an atheist tweet...By Meredith Travelstead
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Hal and Lisa Selby: “A Pastor’s secret life and a wife’s unexpected forgiveness”
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As early as Hal could remember and through their first twelve years of marriage, Hal secretly struggled with same sex attraction until God got his attention. You must hear the story of God’s pursuing love and His amazing grace. Unbeknownst to either Hal or Lisa, God was already preparing them for the journey they would soon face.…
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Eddy Waller: “The military and The Christian walk are both like a marathon…step by step.”
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In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, meet Eddy Waller, a military hero who served our country being activated 3 times and with 2 deployments. He discusses military life and what it taught him. He is so proud of our country. But his days during tours of duty were not his hardest day. Loss of his sister was the most difficult. “I couldn’t have mad…
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Dr. Bill Boteler: “Dentistry as a ministry”
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Dr. Boteler shares the journey of his life discovering his career was purposed for him to use as a ministry. He learned to listen to the Holy Spirit and continues to seek out opportunities to share the gospel today.By Meredith Travelstead
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Rebecca Turner: “Disordered eating… Suffering in silence”
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Listen to Rebecca Turner, a registered dietitian, who explains her own history of disordered eating and how so many suffer in silence. She talks about warning signs, perceptions, and causes of disordered eating and even eating disorders. She gets to the true remedy which is looking at our wellness as worship of our Creator. She encourages us to rec…
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Star Lott: “Lives changed at a roller skating rink”
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Jeff and Star Lott have a church called City Lights ministry which grew out of the roller skating business in their family for years. Jeff was radically saved by God at age 37. Since then, he and Star have been using their business to reach their community for Christ. They have seen miracles and changed lives. “You are the light of the world. A cit…
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Mr. and Mrs. Branning - Walking in faith through the loss of their son Scott
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Listen to this remarkable story of the Brannings whose faith became very real during the diagnosis, treatment and later loss of their son Scott. They describe complete dependence on the Lord Jesus. They are thankful they were given “bonus years” and that they know where Scott is now. “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good…
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This week I am especially burdened by the school shooting in Tennessee, and by other major attacks on our youth even in my own community. This is a call to action, recognizing the battleground of attacks on our youth, and in our families. We must arm ourselves with the heavy artillery of prayer. “Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abst…
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Grace Gebhart: Run with perseverance the race...
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This is Grace Gebhart, an “overcomer,” who speaks about a sudden tragedy when she was 15 years old. She talks about how it has changed her. She now uses this “accident” and its effect on her life to minister to others. “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that s…
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Courtney Ingle: “Having a child with cancer... seeing God’s miracles”
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Within 2 years of losing her father to alcoholism, Courtney received another devastating blow with the diagnosis of her daughter with Retinoblastoma, eye cancer. She remembers the fear and questioning of God, but then He showed her so many miracles along the way. “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as …
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Marcus Ginn - Vulnerability is a strength: Living past a suicide
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This is a story of a tragedy of suicide that rocked this family but also how God has now used it for His plans to help others through Marcus. “And you will be hated by all for my name’s sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” Mark 13:13By Meredith Travelstead
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Courtney Ingle: “Family loss and pain of Alcoholism”
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Courtney talks about loss of her father from alcoholism and how she has felt God strengthening her faith since that difficult time. She is now being obedient to share her story in order to help others. We talk about how depression leads to addictions. She discusses grief, saying goodbyes, and healing from loss of a family member. This spiritual bat…
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Candiss and Scott Fortenberry - Mental Illness: Connection Matters
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A fascinating and eye-opening conversation with Candiss and Scott who are church planters of Soul City Church in Mid-town. They talk candidly about the mental illness, Bipolar Disorder, which has affected so much of Candiss’ life. She has been redeemed and restored and gives great insight for those who experience isolation and shame from a mental d…
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