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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.

Give to gain

Saturday, August 13, 2022

Service. Sacrifice. Surrender. Those words speak volumes to us, and we admire those who possess those traits; however, most of us do not want to be the model of those traits. Most would rather conquer than surrender. We would rather be the guest of honor than the one servicing the tables. Everything in our culture screams that you need to gather and increase to have a successful and fulfilling life. However, Jesus tells us, "If you cling to your life, you will lose it, and if you let your life go, you will save it" (Luke 17:33, NLT.) A rich life is gained by giving.

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