1. 1 - Leonard and son Chad: Life Choice

Leonard sat in the elders' meeting that Sunday, distracted by the news he and his wife had received earlier that graduation weekend about his son,Chad. That afternoon, his mind raced over the events of the past eighteen years wondering what had...

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2. 2 - Peters and Joneses: Hatfields and McCoys

The Peters and the Jones have both worshipped at Oak Church of Christ for decades, but they have not spoken to one another for five years. By attending different classes and different services, they manage to avoid one another. The initial dispute...

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3. 3 - Lloyd and Gladys: Change of Life

Bill sat in his office stunned with the telephone call he had just received. He needed another cup of coffee and time to himself just to think. Bill had been preaching for forty-two years, but no coursework, seminars, retreats nor experience had...

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4. 4 - Johnsons and Hartmans: Family Vacation

For months the Johnson family had been planning a summer vacation to Roatan, Honduras. They were looking forward to snorkeling, scuba diving and soaking up the sun. Although the Johnsons anticipated a much needed week of rest and relaxation, they...

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5. 5 - Tommy and Coach Ben: Pacifism

Tommy was lightly tapping his pen on his desk as Mrs. Stark was finishing her class in American History. Tommy's mind was nowhere near the lesson; he was climbing a mountainside, and upon reaching the top, he saw a United States Marine and the next...

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