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Robert Hurtgen

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Robert Hurtgen is a husband, father, minister and writer. Read more of him at robhurtgen.wordpress.com.

Joy is good medicine

Sunday, June 1, 2014

Frequently it seems that newly released studies are almost instantly retracted with opposite information. One day coffee is good for you, another it's not. Today dark chocolate is a healthier choice; maybe one day it won't be. Neither of which will change my position on coffee or dark chocolate. One consistent and timeless health benefit from the scriptures, though, is the importance of growing a joyful heart.

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