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Survivor Series: Saved without a Scratch.

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Esther Longe's story will inspire you to go back to your purpose or discover the reason you're still alive on earth.  She survived a plane crash unscathed. Her bones were not broken, there were no Burns.  Looking at her, you would never guess she went through such an unimaginably terrifying experience. Isaiah 43:2  In all she realized that she is here for a reason. Watch, listen and glean as many lessons as possible.  This is guaranteed to change your perspective. God is real. Get to know him. You're here for such a time as this.

Bravery in Afghanistan.

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The sad story of  Kathera is one that breaks many hearts. Living as a woman in Afghanistan, a largely patriarchal society hasn't helped either.  Kathera was sexually and physically abused by her father for 13 years, from age 11 till age 23. Her mom Zainab was beaten and forced to painfully watched the horrifying ordeal.  Kathera got pregnant, endured multiple forced abortions, and had two children for her father. He took one of the babies into the desert where he left it to die.  Kathera's Mom, Zainab unable to bear the abuses anymore took the risk to escape with the children. According to Zahra, nobody listened till she went on TV.  Her father's relations threatened to kill her believing she had brought shame to the family and her death was the only solution. Khatera announcing on National television was a desperate attempt that she knew could have severe consequences in a country where the judiciary system often incriminated women seeking for justice. The abus...

Israel and Hamas: what's your stand?

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The territorial problem between Israel and the Palestinians is one that has lingered on for ages, centuries even, considering that Palestine today is the Philistines of Bible times.  However, the last conflict in 2014 was resolved by Egypt. Hamas, a terrorist organization however has taken to firing multiple rockets into israel.  Israel has asserted it's right to self defence by responding with their own missiles into Gaza.  As at May 19, about 212 Palestinians were killed including 63 children while 12 Israelis and 2 children are dead. What are your thoughts on these?