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Have you ever had a flash of truth?

Reader,

You never know when or where they'll strike, but chances are you've had one.

That moment when truth breaks through to your soul.

Something you once believed in error is dismantled, or something yet unknown is suddenly made clear.

Augustine called this a "flash of truth."

As Christians, we know that truth isn't just a principle, but a Person.

And as Christian writers, we can learn to notice flashes of truth and invite our readers to do the same.

The flashes of truth trace back to the Truth incarnate—to Jesus Christ!

Whether you're a writer or not, you'll benefit from learning how to recognize the flash and respond faithfully in this week's article.

Cara

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Cara Ray | Writer

The secret to enjoying God's Word is looking at it as a means of holy leisure. Holy leisure is the modern-day answer to our soul's thirst to slow down and savor God and the Bible. Subscribe to receive weekly devotionals about life, leisure, and the pursuit of holiness.

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