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And I Thought I Knew the Bible

She sat on the very edge of the seat, making sure there was no air between her body and the chair.  No hovering, no cheating.  Two feet firmly planted on the faded linoleum in the church basement, ready to propel her up in a split second. The adult spoke.  “For God hath-”  Up she jumped….

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Tidings of Comfort and Joy

“Fear not then,” said the Angel, “Let nothing you affright, This day is born a Saviour Of a pure Virgin bright, To free all those who trust in Him From Satan’s power and might.” O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy And the angel said unto them,…

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The Withness of God

O Come O Come Emmanuel piano/cello (Beautiful.  Play it.) Rejoice, Rejoice, Emmanuel Shall come to thee, O Israel Why are the strains of this hymn always slow and haunting? It sounds beautiful, even meaningful, in a Christmas carol, but is it really?  

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