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Anne Frank Quotes

I’d just like to say thank you to my wife for lending her lovely voice to the role of playing Anne Frank. You really should hear her sing. It’s truly something special. For in its innermost depths, youth is lonelier than old age. I read this saying in some book, and I’ve always remembered it. […]

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A cartoon illustration of the biblical concept 'Judge Not Lest Ye Be Judged: Matthew 7.' It shows one character with a small splinter in their eye while another character, pointing at them, has a large wooden beam in their own eye, highlighting the theme of hypocrisy.

Judge Not Lest Ye Be Judged: Matthew 7

Judge Not That Ye Be Not Judged: A Lesson in Humility and Reflection The phrase “Judge not that ye be not judged” is one of the most well-known teachings of Jesus, encapsulating a powerful reminder about humility, grace, and self-reflection. Yet, in today’s fast-paced world, this teaching often feels forgotten. We live in a culture

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You have not because you ask not.

You have not because you ask not. You want something but don’t get it. You kill and covet, but you cannot have what you want. You quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask God. When you ask, you do not receive because you ask with wrong motives that you may

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A group of sailors disembarking onto a rocky shore near a remote island with steep cliffs, a rustic hut, and a large signal fire blazing in the background.

Hope Beyond the Horizon: Surviving the Auckland Isles – Part 5, The Finale

The diary recounts a voyage filled with relentless challenges, cultural encounters, and moments of introspection. Spanning from August to September 1865, the crew battles unrelenting weather, navigational difficulties, and encounters with wildlife, all while harboring a deep longing for home and civilization. As they face these trials, one verse encapsulates their journey: “The Lord is

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A perilous escape at sea featuring a damaged ship and sailors on a makeshift raft, battling stormy waves under a lightning-filled sky.

A Perilous Escape from the Auckland Isles 4

And that’s it for today, folks! What a daring, nail-biting, hold-your-breath kind of journey to safety this has been! Honestly, I don’t know if I would’ve had the courage (or sheer stubbornness) to make it through those icy waters and endless challenges. I mean, imagine battling the elements, wrestling with fate, and holding onto hope

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Watercolor painting of Captain Thomas Musgrave reading a Bible to his crew inside a hand-built hut on Auckland Island, with solid wooden walls, a stone fireplace, and rugged surroundings.

The Old ship Captain Musgrave’s Forgotten Adventure, Part 3

Welcome back to Old Time Preaching with your neighbor Tim, the Chief of the Nobodies! If you haven’t listened to Parts 1 and 2, stop right here and go check them out—I’ll wait. No, really. Go on. I’m not going anywhere. Survival Movies: Captain Musgrave’s Forgotten Adventure Part 2 Survival Movies: Captain Musgrave’s True Account

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A rugged island scene with a shipwreck, a man looking toward the sky, and a makeshift shelter surrounded by supplies and animals.

“Survival Movies: Captain Musgrave’s Forgotten Adventure Part 2

Survival: Captain Musgrave’s Forgotten Adventure, Part Two Welcome back! If you thought part one was wild, wait until you see how God’s hand works in this next chapter. And If you haven’t listened to Part 1  yet, what are you waiting for? Click the link and get caught up! Captain Musgrave might be out of

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Survival Movies: Captain Musgrave’s True Account

Survival Movies and Survival Shows: A Faith-Filled Tale of Endurance Survival movies and survival shows often depict incredible stories of perseverance. Few, however, rival the remarkable true account of Captain Thomas Musgrave. A baptized member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Kendal, England, Musgrave demonstrated extraordinary faith throughout his journey. Hi, and welcome to Old

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