Evidently King Charles VI of Spain became convinced he was made of glass. He began to worry that any fall or false move would shatter him. He wore special clothes to keep himself from breaking. He eventually died, but not from a broken body. While we human beings are not made of glass, our souls and spirits can be easily broken. So, handle with care.


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A third generation preacher, Mike Shannon is Professor of Preaching at Cincinnati Bible Seminary of Cincinnati Christian University. He has served as a preaching minister, church planter, and college professor. His most recent preaching ministry was at the historic First Christian Church of Johnson City, Tennessee. In his nearly two decades at Cincinnati Christian University, Mike has served as both professor and Dean of the Seminary. He has also been an adjunct professor at Milligan College and Northern Kentucky University. Mike is the author or co-author of several books.

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