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\"\" — Khalil Ismail<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>
*This is Day 16 of the 2018 #30Days30Writers Ramadan series.<\/em><\/p>\n*
As we move into crazier times, where more and more people are disillusioned with God or no longer see His use in their daily lives, I reflect upon one of the criticisms constantly used against God-fearing people and their penchant for praying without action.<\/p>\n
*<\/p>*
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