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Power of Persistence

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Persistence is really faith in action. Years ago, I wrote an article called, "The Power of Persistence." Here is an excerpt from it: Thomas Edison, whom, in his words, stated to a critic who said he'd failed 10,000 times (while trying to invent the light bulb), "No, I've just found 10,000 ways not to do something." Then he persisted and did truly invent the light bulb! Noah persevered 120 years in building the Ark--while being greatly ridiculed and probably, persecuted otherwise.

Rest in Prayer

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“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation.

Unity in Community

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But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.

Livestock issues top concerns at AFBF policy meeting

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Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) delegates weighed in on livestock market issues, crop insurance and feral hogs, among other issues, during the business session of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) virtual convention .

TSC to maintain Licensed Breeders Program

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The Texas Sunset Commission (TSC) voted to maintain the Licensed Breeders Program under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation after a prolonged and challenging review cycle due to COVID-19.

Abbott addresses priorities on health of state

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Governor Greg Abbott held a roundtable discussion alongside healthcare professionals at Houston Methodist Hospital to highlight his legislative priorities to ensure a healthier future for the state of Texas.

Naz Stock Show exhibits excellence

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The Nazareth Stock Show was held this past Wednesday, with young showman arriving to compete and show off all the hard work that had gone into their livestock projects. Judge for the show was Kinder Harlow from Prairie Grove, Arkansas, a livestock judging member at Texas Tech who raises club lambs.

US House impeaches Trump second time

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The U.S. House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump for inciting an insurrection at the Capitol that left five people dead, cementing his place in history as the only president to be impeached twice in a bipartisan rebuke.

CC Farm Bureau donates $2,000 to SP4 Kids

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Castro County Farm Bureau recently reached out to help out the local Snack Pak 4 Kids Program. SP4Kids is a local program serving DISD students in need and provide them with weekend food assistance. The COVID-19 pandemic has created real food hardships for many across Texas. Castro County Farm Bureau is assisting those who are in need of food, as well as those who provide the food. The organization was given a check for $2,000 from Castro County Farm Bureau. Shown are Angie Osterkamp-Agent, Sawyer Lunsford, Samantha Aleman-County Secretary, Jennifer Sullivan, SP4 Kids president, Matt Gfeller, vice president, and Jason Cantrell, agency manager.