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Christian, it does not need to be this complicated! Do you really think the infinite lover of our soul has neither the desire nor power to keep you from despair? Didn’t He promise you His joy (Jn. 15:11)? Didn’t He promise you true life? So, not to minimize any of our trials, but when we despair, we can’t blame God. The trial is only made worse through our own choices and ignorance or unwillingness to do it God’s way and His ability to bring joy despite and through the trial (Jas. 1:2). We choose the bad attitude. We choose the unhealthy conversations. We choose to the bad theology. We chose to be ignorant of biblical teaching. We choose to exhibit unbelief in the promises of God.

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God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)

Texas Tuna Burgers

January 24, 2023

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Seafood, Dairy, Eggs, Vegetables		Seafood	4	Servings

INGREDIENTS

		-JUDY LAUSCH DGSV43A
11	oz	Tuna; drained,flaked
2/3	c	Non-fat dry milk powder
12		Saltines; crushed
1/2	c	Onion; chopped
1/2	c	Green chili peppers; chpd.
1		Egg; beaten
1 1/2	ts	Oil; vegetable
2	c	Tomatoes; crushed
1	ts	Chili powder
2	oz	Monterrey Jack cheese; shredded

INSTRUCTIONS

In medium bowl combine tuna, milk powder, cracker crumbs, onion, chili
peppers, and egg; mix well and form into 8 equal burgers. In 12 in. skillet
heat oil over medium heat; add tuna burgers and cook, turning once, until
lightly bowned, 2-4 minutes on each side. In measuring cup or small
bowlcombine tomatoes and chili powder and pour over burgers. Cover pan,
reduce heat to low, and let simmer until sauce is thoroughly heated, about
5 minutes. Transfer burgers and sauce to flameproof platter and sprinkle
with cheese. Broil or until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 1-2
minutes.  1 serving=391 calories.
Recipes sent to me from Bill, wight@odc.net

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