The Ozarks are a land of striking beauty and deep divides—where millionaires live just miles from hollers marked by generations of poverty. But through it all, one thread remains: faith. In this reflection on life between the highways and the hills, Pastor Rich Bitterman shares the enduring spirit of the Ozarks and the gospel that still holds it together.
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Do You Mind If I Bless You This Morning?
The Ozarks have a unique charm, characterized by both natural beauty and the warmth of its people. An encounter in a clinic reveals the enduring faith and kindness of a man facing stage four cancer, who still offers a blessing to a stranger. This illustrates the deep connections and compassion woven into the community.