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The Ocean Won’t Fit

The 4th century church Father, Bishop Augustine of Hippo, is noted as one of the most important figures in the development of Western Christianity. History records that one day he was walking along the sea shore meditating and trying to … Continue reading →

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It Ain’t Over Till . . . ?

Earlier this year, Tanguy Pepiot became so confident he would win the 3000-meter men’s steeplechase he began celebrating 100 meters before the finish line even slowing his pace and taking his eyes off the finish line to wave at the … Continue reading →

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Freedom without Boundaries . . .?

“We’re free! We’re free!” Not a day went by that I didn’t hear people shouting that they were finally free. Despite the State Department’s advice against travel, I arrived in Moscow two days after the coup attempt in 1991 that … Continue reading →

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Lighten the Load

Imagine a runner at the summer Olympics walking up to the starting line wearing long blue jeans, a hoody, and carrying a backpack. We would all say that’s ridiculous. Instead, each competitor wears short pants and lightweight tops in order … Continue reading →

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