Why Did Peter Sink?

Why Did Peter Sink?

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July 2021

15. Love My Neighbor...?
In my tunnel vision of life, for some strange reason, I choose to learn by my own mistakes.
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14. The Empty Tomb
The most difficult part of faith to me, is the part where you have to actually have faith. Consider this definition, and think of the implications of it…
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13. The Fall
I can only imagine that a true scholar would be rolling their eyes at much of this, given my amateur and immature understanding of theology, philosophy…
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12. Literalism was Killing Me
The problem with the Bible is in the beginning. Genesis: that masterful piece of writing, that somehow causes so much confusion. Throughout college and…
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11. Stumbling Blocks
I did not become a believer overnight.
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10. Work
Having made the grade on my test of physical endurance, I felt compelled to focus more on my work, since the nine months of training did stretch my…
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9. Ironman
Before dawn, I stood at the starting line of the swim, among a horde of people in black wetsuits.
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8. Ultra
Within days, I signed up for another marathon and started a cycle of planning events, with each marathon being about four to six months apart.
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7. Marathon
By elevating fitness to one of my highest priorities, I assured a daily dose of endorphins to my brain.
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6. Psych
Amidst this swelling of excitement and pride surrounding fitness, I experienced a setback, as the system of law and order pumped the brakes on my…
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5. On the Bike
Riding a bike with plastic bags full of groceries dangling from each handlebar can be dangerous, since turning and stopping can sway the balance of the…
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