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Each of us is God's child

By Rosalie E. Dunbar

Is racism a given? Is it part of the package that comes with sharing the planet with people of various races? No. As intractable as it may seem, racism can be eliminated. Here are some ways to help accomplish that.

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No child is lost

My daughter's attitude toward other family members steadily improved, and the hard shell that had enveloped her dropped away.

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When friends pray together

Brett Ellen Keeler and Chloe Jamerson

What would you do if your best friend suddenly felt sick at school one day? When that happened to these girls, they prayed. And soon both were outside playing together, happy and well.

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"Challenging Our Nation's Spirit"

By Kim Shippey

This overview of a conference on health and spirituality includes a detailed recap of a presentation and workshop on "Healthy prayer."

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Afraid of losing someone dear?

Helga Janesch

Learn how this writer overcame grief at her grandmother's passing.

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The healing harps

Christine Jenks Herlinger

Even if you've never seen a real harp, much less played one, you can be like David, whose harp music brought healing.

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Unafraid of their names

By Carol Rockhold Miller

When a schoolmate of her daughter's was diagnosed with scarlet fever, this author turned to the Bible for help in conquering her fear.

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On the ethics of prayer

Channing Walker

Is prayer always good? True prayer is, yes. But like counterfeit money, what sometimes passes for prayer isn't necessarily the real thing. Attempts to manipulate others through so-called prayer is worthless. Find out how to make your prayers ethical—and effective.

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New life, new beginning

By Gay Bryant

Loving in a spiritual way, you never lose anything, nor are you hurt.

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The gratitude attitude wipes out dismay

By Charles Edward Langton

It's the middle of the night, the hallway of your home is flooded, and you need where (awake and alert) in the morning. Even under these circumstances, there's lots to be thankful for.