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Sometimes you have to follow your heart & not worry about what others think.

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Don't let anyone's hate, drama or negativity stop you from being the best you can be.

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You are what you love, not what loves you. That’s something I learned a long time ago.

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Why are you trying so hard to fit in when you were born to stand out?

The gospel of Acts.

the Gospel of Mark does not name its author, it is the unanimous testimony of early church fathers that Mark was the author. He was an associate of the Apostle Peter, and evidently his spiritual son ( 1 Peter 5:13 ). From Peter he received first-hand information of the events and teachings of the Lord, and preserved the information in written form. It is generally agreed that Mark is the  John Mark  of the New Testament ( Acts 12:12 ). His mother was a wealthy and prominent Christian in the Jerusalem church, and probably the church met in her home. Mark joined Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey, but not on the second because of a strong disagreement between the two men ( Acts 15:37-38 ). However, near the end of Paul’s life he called for Mark to be with him ( 2 Timothy 4:11 ). Date of Writing:  The Gospel of Mark was likely one of the first books written in the New Testament, probably in A.D. 55-59. Purpose of Writing:  Whereas Mat...

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Start believing today that things are going to change for the better. Your best days are still out in front of you. -JO

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Chocolate is cheaper than therapy and no appointment is needed