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The Remnant
Young People Living Uncompromised for God
Hi! I'm Olivia!
I'm an 18-year-old homeschooled graduate from Toronto, Canada. I love Jesus, writing (of course), reading, sports, watching old movies, and music.

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Letters to Myself: In Everything Give Thanks
Those who read the last newsletter from The Remnant know that I am starting a new series! This series will be letters to myself (as the name implies LOL), reminding myself of truths that are hard to believe. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I've decided to kick off this series with a reminder about keeping gratitude to God in the forefront of my heart and mind. I hope it encourages you as well. Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂 Dear Olivia, The purpose of this letter is not to lecture y
Oct 123 min read
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Remnant Rewind: What We Often Miss About Good Friday
"It was the year Good Friday fell on a Monday..." as my grandfather used to say reflectively. I'm kidding ;) I just couldn't resist starting this Good Friday post without a tribute to one of his many jokes. Okay, on to today's post now! (LOL) As Easter approaches, it can be easy to get caught up in the rush of the season. After all, there are church services, family dinners, Easter egg hunts, plus trying to enjoy a long weekend’s break from school and work. Yet, Easter is
Apr 32 min read
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Remnant Rewind: Reflections on the Book of Ruth
I love the book of Ruth because of the many lessons and practical applications we can glean from it. This article was posted in October 2024, and I hope you enjoy it. It's one that's very close to my heart. I recently read through the book of Ruth in the Old Testament. Though I have often heard and read this wonderful story, reading it again has helped me take a closer look at God’s faithfulness to provide for His people. A Summary of Ruth
Mar 103 min read
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How Jesus Took Care of His Mental Health
Do you sometimes struggle to fully realize that Jesus was just as much human as He was God? I find it difficult to picture my sinless, death-defeating Saviour with the occasional headache or blisters on His hands and feet. I have to remind myself that He too would’ve stood in line at the market, helped His mom with the dishes, laughed at His own jokes (maybe ;), and gone to His friends’ bar mitzvahs. But He also was tempted by the devil to sin. He had to hold His
Feb 243 min read
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Build A Monument
What do you think of when you see a poppy around Remembrance Day or the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier? What about a special memento you...
Jun 3, 20252 min read
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A Simple Reminder
For the past couple of months, there has been one worship song that has encouraged me and spoken to my heart in a special way. I hope it...
Feb 25, 20252 min read
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Worship Through It
Have you ever been stuck in a season of waiting? Waiting for an answer to prayer, waiting for something to happen, waiting for healing. I...
Jan 28, 20253 min read
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The Key to Happiness
Have you ever realized just how discouraging it is to think about all the things you wish you had? Maybe it’s a new phone, more social...
Oct 8, 20243 min read
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Three Ways to Praise God
During the difficult times in our lives, sometimes the last thing we feel like doing is praising God. But praise is one of the most powerful
Jul 15, 20244 min read
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