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Drew Terry
I identify with your struggles and I am currently recovering.
Lisa Farrar
Thank-you Pastor for opening up your heart, to allow me to see that serving God takes much willingness, and at the same time truly being honest with yourself, as well as others. You touched on allot of points in my life now, in my marriage, and in my family. And when I was reading this article I felt deep in my Spirit asking God to help me. May the Lord continue to bless you, may His face continue to shine upon you and give you peace. Thank you!
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