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We can look to Frederick Douglass (February 1818 - February 20, 1895) for inspiration today. Here are a few facts about Mr. Douglass that will amaze you. He actually escaped from slavery! And did you know, in 1845, his book, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, was a bestseller? He was also the first African-American nominated for Vice President of the United States, and he advised President Lincoln during the Civil War. He was also married to an underground railroad worker, Anna Murray Douglass, who helped slaves escape to freedom. And he supported the women's rights movement. What a trailblazer for his time. Thanks, Mr. Douglass.
"Without a struggle, there can be no progress." -- Frederick Douglass
If you're struggling today, know that hard times will life, and you'll rise out a different and stronger person. How do we know that hard times improve us, even as we look to Mr. Douglass for inspiration, hope and encouragement?
The Apostle Paul tells us: "We know that trouble produces endurance, endurance produces character, and character produces hope; and this hope does not let us down, because God’s love for us has already been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us" (Romans 5:3-5).
Be God-inspired today, and have a great day! And don't forget to sign up to receive my inspirational right into your email box.
J.P. Osterman
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