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Reflections

We love stories! They can teach us, convey a message, inspire, and motivate.

They are among the oldest forms of human communication and for centuries the only form of communication that passed wisdom from generation to generation, including Sacred Scriptures. The stories collected here are from multiple sources and adapted so they are not too long for your busy schedule. We hope you enjoy and benefit from them - finding meaning that applies to your life.

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Optimism vs. Realism

Feb 2026

The first missionaries to the Marshall Islands received mail only once a year. Their overwhelming joy whenever the letters arrived did not go unnoticed by the locals.
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Pay It Forward

Jan 2026

It is precisely the determination of ordinary people, who can inspire others by their example, that can change reality.
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The Most Important Thing

Dec 2025

Sometimes, we focus so much on something that we can easily miss much more important things.
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God Under Pressure

Oct 2025

As she passed by her son's room, the mother noticed him kneeling in prayer. It was a sight that filled her with a sense of pride and curiosity. However, she couldn't help but hear him repeating one word over and over again.
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Team Players in Faith

Sep 2025

Karl Barth, a renowned Calvinist theologian, embraced a meaningful morning routine that began with reading the newspaper, keeping him connected to the world's affairs. His routine included a period of reflection, where he would focus on Matthias Grunewald’s painting "Crucifixion," particularly drawn to the figure of John the Baptist.
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