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the ordinary.

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Present can be a constant reminder of the sacrifices that are often present in Christian life.

Is it for you?

The Apostle Paul often references the chains and bonds and shackles that bind him in

prison, objects of shame that keep him tethered in place, unable to walk free.

And another source of considerable grief to this rugged soldier of the gospel, even

more than physical pain, would have been the spiritual wounds that Paul suffered.

Can you relate to even a blink of that pain or oppression in your life?

I trust the theme of this guided audio meditation from Ephesians 3 will offer you hope as you

seek to worship God, maybe in the midst of struggles of late, or to find encouragement

as you seek relief in the midst of recent disappointment.

So to begin your meditation, one by one disengage from what distracts you.

If you're able, find a quiet place to be alone, away from phones and people, texts,

beings, pings, and rings of life.

We will be together for about 15 minutes, and I know you can do it.

As you sense your focus, shift inward.

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