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Why Jesus Chose Mary Magdalene

  She was desperate. Sleep had evaded her. But the dark night sky gave way to a deep blue hue and the hope of a new day. She could go now. Though weary, Magdalene would be the first one to the tomb. She knew exactly where they had placed Him, and she had a job to do. She would prepare …

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Don’t Give Up: His Purpose for you is Greater than You can See

  “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, declares the Lord.” (Jer. 29: 13). (excerpt from A Mary Like Me) ….Mary of Nazareth, the mother of Jesus, was not alone at the crucifixion. Not only was John with her, but other women stood beside her. One …

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He is Risen!

an excerpt from A Mary Like Me…. There have been many theories written through the years suggesting why Jesus appeared to Magdalene first, but the answer is really quite simple. It wasn’t that Jesus loved her more than any of the other disciples. Are you ready for this? Hold on to your seats. Drum roll pleaseā€¦.Jesus appeared to Magdalene because …

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Unaware of His Presence

A sweet group of women are reading my book and have formed the very first Mary Group. It’s been so enlightening and inspiring to sit with these women for ten weeks and hear their answers to the discussion questions after the chapters. We have each been encouraged by one another’s testimonies of the work of God, the presence of Jesus …

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