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Aug 2024
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Back To School Season And The Temptation...

Jenna Griffith
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It’s back to school season! Today I wanted to take some time to talk about back to school and all that this season brings. In my own life, I’ve noticed that this time of year can easily become a time where comparison takes root if I’m not careful, and I’m guessing I'm not the only one. So today I want to give you some encouragement, some scripture to pray over yourself, and some practical things you can do if you find yourself falling into comparison this time of year. 

 

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