Overcoming Bitterness<\/a> and I read the 3 points on identifying the characteristics of bitterness to our Wednesday Night Bible study class. Our minister was so touched by this that he wants to post a copy on our bulletin board and website because he said this needs to be shared. I notice that it is stated at the bottom that permission is given in advance to use the material for non-commercial purposes, but I just like to touch base with you and make sure our intent is in line with this permission.<\/p>\nThank you for the article and thank you for any response to this email.<\/p>\n\t
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It is perfectly fine to reprint the article. It is there to be used.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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