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A. Many Years Ago A Man Conned His Way Into The ... PRO
Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 3, 2003 (message contributor)
A. Many years ago a man conned his way into the orchestra of the emperor of China although he could not play a note. Whenever the group practiced or performed, he would hold his flute against his lips, pretending to play but not making a sound. He received a modest salary and enjoyed a comfortable living. Then one day the emperor requested a solo from each musician. The flutist got nervous. There wasn’t enough time to learn the instrument. He pretended to be sick, but the royal physician wasn’t fooled. On the day of his solo...
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There's A Story That Abraham Lincoln Went To A ... PRO
Contributed by David Ward on Dec 16, 2004
There’s a story that Abraham Lincoln went to a slave market one time, and was moved with compassion to place a bid on a young black girl. He won the bid and walked away with his “property.” There was a sullen, angry expression on the girl’s face, because she knew that here was another white man ...read more
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Sam Jones Was A Preacher Who Held Revival ...
Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 12, 2004
Sam Jones was a preacher who held revival services, which he called “quittin’ meetings.” His preaching was directed primarily to Christians, and he urged them to give up the sinful practices in their lives. Sam’s messages were very effective, and many people promised to quit swearing, drinking, ...read more
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In His Book, The Yoke Of Christ, Elton Trueblood ... PRO
Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Oct 13, 2004
In his book, The Yoke of Christ, Elton Trueblood quotes a letter from a school girl who probes the depth of her soul. She writes, "I’ve been thinking much this year about the importance of caring, of the passion of life. I’ve often realized that it takes courage to care. Caring is dangerous. It ...read more
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Little Johnny Was Playing With His Father's ...
Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Oct 13, 2004
Little Johnny was playing with his father’s wallet when he accidentally swallowed a quarter. He went crying to him mom, choking on the quarter. They took him to a doctor, who said that the quarter was impossible to remove without surgery, they consulted a specialist who was of the same opinion. ...read more
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