Sometimes, the most unexpected moments leave the deepest impact. This past weekend, I joined a surprise visit to a local church where some of the organization's beneficiaries worship. I had no idea what to expect -- but what I experienced will stay with me forever. Stepping Into Pure Joy As I walked into the church, the sound of joyful singing and rhythmic clapping filled the air. The energy was overwhelmingly beautiful -- people dancing, smiling, and lifting their hands in praise. It was a moment of pure gratitude, untouched by material worries or life's struggles. I looked around and saw familiar faces -- some of the organization's beneficiaries, people we've walked alongside in difficult times. Yet, here they were, not dwelling on what they lacked but celebrating what they had. Their faith and resilience humbled me. A Lesson I Didn't Expect As I stood there, taking it all in, a thought hit me hard: We are not called just to be good, but to be Godly. It is easy t...
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