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Great Read

6/7/2018

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​I just finished a great book by author Lynn Austin. It’s called “Return to Me”. I know it’s fictional but it’s based on the life of Zachariah, the prophet. It really is a well written book and gives lots of insight into the life of those exiles who returned to Jerusalem to rebuild the Temple. I highly recommend this book. 
What my “takeaway” has been from this book is the treacherous assault of our culture on Christianity. It really is clear that we are continually surrounded by lifestyles and choices that are clearly wrong. So, here’s my take-away:
I have spent the last 4 days at Disney Land. We’re watching people from everywhere just immerse themselves in the “happiest place in the world.” You can seriously dive into the emotions driven by the music, the sights and smells and take on the idea that really, everything is good here. The food is great and expensive; over indulging is the theme there. Every set of Mickey Mouse ears at least $25.00, and they’re everywhere. You can really be anything you want to be! 
If we are to gauge our economy on what’s going on here, let me just say – we are the richest country in the world. It’s amazing. It looks so good, so happy and yet it is all a deception. It’s nothing to wait 90 minutes in a line for a 5-minute experience, because you can be so manipulated by emotions. 
 
The book shares the same struggles of a group of dedicated Jews who have returned to their land to rebuild when they are assaulted by a culture of compromise. They have to redefine their identities and what their values are. They are also tempted by all that is around them. 
 
Walking with the Lord is neither popular nor easy. The fact is it really is a covenant relationship with a Living God who calls to us in love and with purpose. 
I’d love to hear your thoughts!
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Deb Schledewitz
6/16/2018 02:52:31 pm

Yes, so true! Even in our own family...standing up for GODLY standards makes me unpopular for sure. Being faithful to our LORD GOD must come first. Enjoyed reading your blog.

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Vonnie Carson
12/3/2021 05:36:49 am

I have been reading your blog and enjoy it so much! You have recently recommended 2 great books to me! I have been challenged in receiving so much more to think and ponder in ways I have not thought about before.

In this book too, just as our Jewish friends had to redifine their identity, so much the more, we too (and an entire world) in 2020-2021, are having to redefine our identity and purpose in a culture, corrupt and evil. Though our struggles are many, in rising above the loud and compromising voices; our love for, and in keeping our covenant relationship with the Father, first and foremost, we can make each new day a priority to live boldly, in our Lord's loving call to follow HIM.

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    Jerri McGarrah

    My heart and passion is to know and love the Lord better every day. I love to search the Word for His revelations and graft those into my life. 
    As a woman, a wife, a mother and all the other titles in my life, my real identity lies in Who I belong to - My Creator, my Redeemer and Lord. 

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