There are times when you hear very powerful words in the flesh, and the impact is felt in the spirit. So, this morning, while I was channel surfing, I came across a minister whose name I can’t remember but whose message still resonates in my head. If faith comes by hearing, then listen to this. He said that for somebody to hurt you, they have to be close enough to kiss you. WHOA!!! Beyond the biblical reference to Christ and Judas, the reality of that statement should have many of you shouting now. It certainly had me sit up and take notice. Real pain usually comes from those people, places, and circumstances you care about.

When your guard is down and you feel safe, you allow others to see you up close and personal. At these times, life teaches us that the kiss of death is real. Many of

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