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Overcoming the Spirit of Offense: Lessons from 1 Samuel 25
Terry Dorsett Terry Dorsett

Overcoming the Spirit of Offense: Lessons from 1 Samuel 25

Nabal was a wealthy man living in Carmel, known for his riches—but also for his harshness and evil behavior. His name literally meant 'fool,' and sadly, he lived up to it. Despite having everything a person might desire—a successful business, a beautiful and intelligent wife named Abigail, and protection provided by David’s men—Nabal was bitter and disrespectful.

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Spring Cleaning
Elissa Wright Elissa Wright

Spring Cleaning

Invasion. It was what described the state of our apartment a few weeks ago. Moths were slowly overtaking our living space until we finally found the source of the problem—a bag of forgotten dates in the corner of our kitchen. Let’s just say the bag was moving.

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