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I think in general people in the world now are looking for places where truth exists,

where people seem to be trying to do the right thing, which is really important.

Welcome to the Jesus Calling podcast.

As we figure out how to navigate the various things that life puts in front of us,

we may question as to whether we're always doing the right thing.

When we don't know what to do, it's good to remember what Jesus says

that can help put us on the right path.

My command is this. Love each other as I have loved you.

Greater love has no love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends.

Some people do literally lay down their lives on a daily basis for others,

but the rest of us can choose to lay down our lives and love extravagantly,

in smaller, everyday living typeways.

Those moments when we go out of our way to help someone in need are always something we can know

is the right way to go.

James Patterson is considered the world's best-selling author,

and he's the creator of the beloved enduring fictional characters like Alex Cross and Michael Bennett.

He is also known for his critically acclaimed narrative nonfiction,

including walk in my combat boots and ER nurses.

When James started writing his new book, Walk the Blue Line,

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