Hi, this is Joel and Victoria.

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Well, God bless you.

It's a joy to come into your homes.

And if you're ever in our area, please stop by and be a part of one of our services. I promise

you, we'll make you feel right at home. I like to start with something funny. And I heard about these

three sons that left home and went out and prospered. They got back together to talk about the

gifts they bought their elderly mother. The first son said, I built mom a big house.

The second one said, I got her a fancy car. The third son said, since mom loves to read the Bible,

but she can barely see anymore, I got her a specially trained parrot that can quote the entire Bible.

A few months later, they received a letter

from their mother. It said, Milton, the house you built me is way too big. Gerald, the car you bought

me is way too small. But my dearest Donald, your simple gift is my favorite. The chicken was

delicious. Say it like you mean it. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I have

what it says I have. I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught the word of God.

I boldly confess my mind is alert. My heart is receptive, I will never be the same. In Jesus

name, God bless you. I want to talk to you today about not relying on people. It's great when

people believe in us, cheer us on, make us feel valuable. We love when our spouse compliments

us. A friend is there to give

encouragement. Our co-worker stays late to help us on a project. God uses people to help

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