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Pentecost: A Breath of New Beginning

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We all know there are four seasons—winter, spring, summer, and autumn. I live in the northern part of Florida, just on the border with Georgia. Unlike our friends further south in Florida, we are lucky enough to get at least a taste of each of the four seasons. Some of them are fleeting, but we enjoy them while we can! …

Pentecost is the Miracle Hear

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Forty days after Easter, Christians celebrate the Ascension of Jesus. Fifty days after Easter, Christians celebrate Pentecost—the coming of the Holy Spirit in a special way. Jesus told the disciples he would not leave them alone, but instead, the Father would send the “Advocate” (John 14:26).  In Greek, this word is “Paraclete.” It means not only Advocate but also Comforter, …