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An Encouraging Word

by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson
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new.gif - 95 Bytes "Tennis Mirrors Christian Life," reflections on the importance of perseverance and grit needed to have victory in the Christian life. The Joyful Heart, July 3, 2004.

"Don't Despise the Day of Small Things," Sunday Digest, October 10, 1993, p. 8. Also in Evangel, August 29, 1993, pp. 7-8. Recalling the disillusionment of the rebuilding of the temple with our own discouragement over small beginnings.

"The Great Earthworm Race," Sunday Digest, April 25, 1993, pp. 6-7. Also in Evangel, August 22, 1993, p. 7; Standard, September 19, 1993, pp. 1-2 A humorous piece about seeking God's direction in our lives.

"Always Abounding," Acorns, October 10, 1990, pp. 1-2. A brief exposition of 1 Corinthians 15:58, designed to encourage the weary..

"Ode to the Tallest Redwood," a poem which reflects on the willingness of redwoods to stand in the forest despite windstorm and fire. An encouragement to church leaders based on Ephesians 6:10-13.



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