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Misunderstood and Judged

Judgment runs rampant in our society, especially on social media where we can hide behind our phone/computer screens and bravely (cowardly) lash out our opinions. I know when I’ve felt judged, I’ve also felt misunderstood. Why does judgment sting so badly? Is it just me? I don’t think so. Granted, some people handle it better than others. Some don’t care …

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The Kindness, Mercy, and Faithfulness of God- His Chesed

Chesed is an ancient Hebrew word. One that most Americans don’t know. I have a framed version on my desk at school, and it often receives questions and funny looks. “What’s . . . CH-EES-D?” they ask. I smile and relish the opportunity to tell about my favorite attribute of God, and I think the most important piece of God’s …

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