When you see these buy them at yard sales!!!!

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 151

  • @crickett4877
    @crickett4877 2 роки тому +11

    Really enjoy watching you. Your kindness always makes me smile.

  • @calliw8454
    @calliw8454 2 роки тому +2

    I like the addition of a Kayla cam! It's neat to have a different perspective 😊

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      thank you so much for the feedback - i didnt know how ya'll were going to like the camera switch i like it for the different perspective too

  • @cathylombard964
    @cathylombard964 2 роки тому +4

    I’m glad Kayla was filming too. It was nice to see different perspectives.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      I was wondering how ya'll would like the camera switch so thank you for the feedback =)

  • @teh_longinator
    @teh_longinator 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. I love how you actually show the costs associated with the sales to show net. Too many "guru" youtubers pushing "profit" when they really mean inflated gross revenue.

  • @georgemcgarvey8635
    @georgemcgarvey8635 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the nice picture of my van as you walked into this Conway yardage Saturday!!

  • @OhmegadJT
    @OhmegadJT 2 роки тому +3

    I liked the kamehameha transition at 4:40. Truly felt like I just got blasted by Goku

  • @Funtimeflippin
    @Funtimeflippin 2 роки тому +3

    Buy all the fontanini you can find! We have made thousands on fontanini! (Older the better, you will see a little spider on the bottom) Great pickup on that santa also!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      dang! im pretty sure this in the first time ive ever looked up that name LOL - how didnt i know this
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @jamiecocozza231
    @jamiecocozza231 2 роки тому +2

    Some items make up for others!!!!!!!!!!!!! You still did very well!!!!!!!!!!

  • @hello15848
    @hello15848 2 роки тому +6

    Pretty sure both pottery pieces will sell for $25 each easily. List them as farmhouse and also cottage core.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Great idea!! Thank you so much for those key words =) and thanks so much for watching!

  • @brendamaun5455
    @brendamaun5455 2 роки тому +1

    At the first sale there was a vintage tan Rubbermaid rectangular laundry basket under the table. That is a BOLO. It is worth $30 or more. I own (& still use) six of those and I won't part with any of them. 😂

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      daaaang! not gonna lie ive never looked out for them - now i will =)

  • @beardedthriftmachine
    @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +5

    THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!!!

  • @sergiothehandyman
    @sergiothehandyman 2 роки тому +2

    Great video, no bad the finds. cut the heads of the golf clubs and sell sets of 4 or 6 for coat rack, hat rack :)

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      Good idea! i actually saw items like that forsale when i was in the mountains last month - pretty creative ideas

  • @kabbystevens5167
    @kabbystevens5167 2 роки тому +2

    Long drive for sales, but lovely sellers.

  • @jgbdenman1273
    @jgbdenman1273 2 роки тому +3

    The worthpoint dates are a decade ago or less. I know that you know to consider the dates, but wanted to note the time:distance re prices

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      yea alot of times thats the only reference you have and its a good starting point
      thanks so much for watching

  • @momentsformoms9467
    @momentsformoms9467 2 роки тому +2

    Oh nice. I just sold something on mecari and they took $13 out of my $35 sale. 😒
    At least I got back what I paid-usually I’m way under since I don’t really resell it’s mostly items I already owned. They’re becoming a fresh platform charging almost 50% of a sales for their fee.
    So jealous we live more in the country and I don’t have a license so there’s nothing around really.
    I just get to watch & dream for now. 🙂

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      that crazy about the Mecari sale - i thnk that had 15% fees i wonder why they took so much out

  • @BOBSCOTTONLINE
    @BOBSCOTTONLINE 2 роки тому +2

    don't do it - don't do it :-) I saw that dramatic pause at the cordless phone set - they are money or menace if you don't get it right LMAO!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      lol thats funny you picked up on that =) i was thinking about it

  • @tammyarnette3697
    @tammyarnette3697 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for sharing the video glad it's getting warmer for the yard sales good luck with finds I will be watching for the next

  • @cardscout7942
    @cardscout7942 2 роки тому +1

    I picked up a bunch of Fontanini nativity pieces at Goodwill for a few dollars a piece. It took a little while, but they all sold for some profit.

  • @conniechumbler4960
    @conniechumbler4960 2 роки тому +1

    I so enjoy watching you and Kayla! Wishing you both a happy long life together!

  • @deborahbranum8085
    @deborahbranum8085 2 роки тому +3

    Love the cookie jar and tray

  • @jcau99
    @jcau99 2 роки тому +2

    My undergrad is from Auburn. We have so much Auburn and Alabama stuff here that I pretty much just look over it, unless its vintage.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      i understand that - lots of Gamecock and Clemson around here - i usually dont pick up regular tshirt though but the Carhart looked nice.

    • @jcau99
      @jcau99 2 роки тому

      @@beardedthriftmachine That’s what I actually meant but didn’t make clear - I would have never noticed that Carhartt because I just gloss over everything auburn and alabama. It was definitely a cool pickup!

  • @gibbysgirls
    @gibbysgirls 2 роки тому +2

    I’m so glad I bought worthpoint. I use it every day!

  • @desertfairychickres4021
    @desertfairychickres4021 2 роки тому +1

    Love that you tell it like it really is. Good or not so much sir.
    Blessings

  • @myrna4336
    @myrna4336 2 роки тому +1

    I use to live in Myrtle Beach and taught there for many years. It was so much fun to watch you and recognize that you were buying that carhartt vest and stuff from friends that I use to teach with. Love your videos.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      thats is awesome they were such nice people and great stuff - the love the little santa

  • @tracyriordan7011
    @tracyriordan7011 2 роки тому +3

    Hi Julian and Kayla! What a beautiful neighborhood for your first sale! ( :
    You learned sooo much from this haul, in spite of not making as much as you would like to! You did great and still did make good money to boot! ( :
    Love watching you and Kayla! You are both so sweet to everyone! It is so nice to see! Thanks again for taking us with you garage saling today! Sooo fun! ( :

  • @RennaKay
    @RennaKay 2 роки тому +1

    Sell the Fontanini closer to Christmas..Price it higher and turn on offers. People really look for it during the holidays.

  • @gg_yvonne4442
    @gg_yvonne4442 2 роки тому +2

    Great video enjoy watching thank you for sharing

  • @thomasfrey1667
    @thomasfrey1667 2 роки тому +1

    Thank You for responding positively to my comment. In no way was I trying to be negative. I'm great at math and OCD. I really enjoy your channel! I especially like how you go over everything at the end including the breakdown. Another You Tuber, Vincent's Valuables does the same thing going over the purchases, but not the breakdown. It makes things clearer for those in need of guidance with reselling. I used to do Ebay and understand that a lot of people may not take into everything that goes into reselling like time spent, gas, mistakes on value(something you do honestly-rare in this world admitting them), time to clean, research, etc. Thank You for many ENJOYABLE videos! Much success in you and your family's future! God Bless!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      No i like all feedback - i sometimes i do mess up, alot of times im is a big guess i do track my times sometimes to see if im right. and sometimes im faster or slower. but i try to be as close as possible =)

  • @goldierocks.
    @goldierocks. 2 роки тому +1

    I’m surprised too about that cookie jar. I have one that looks like that. I grew up with it in my home. I suspect my mom got it in the 50s or 60s. I’m 60 and it is older than me. Yours might be newer, though.

  • @mygodisable2
    @mygodisable2 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this entertaining and educational video. I appreciate all your videos.

  • @soozalongtheway
    @soozalongtheway 2 роки тому +3

    I also thought that figurine was a Jim Shore at first glance. I’ll have to keep an eye out for that brand as well! Thanks again for teaching us some new items to look for 😊

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      i know i was happy if it was a jim shore but now i know with other brand - someone said look out for the wooden carved ones they are worth even more

  • @christineshipman3093
    @christineshipman3093 2 роки тому +2

    Love the Kayla cam 🙂 191 out of 900 in the Gazing Santa Limited Edition should be good I assume.

  • @loriehendricks9223
    @loriehendricks9223 2 роки тому +2

    I believe that Fontanini figurine is from the Bethlehem village collection. I recently bought the nativity set and my friend bought A LOT iof the village. Buildings and people. Maybe search village or town figurines. Great video as always!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome Ill def check into that! I was noticing that these were kinda expensive =) ill def be on the look out for more.

  • @kabbystevens5167
    @kabbystevens5167 2 роки тому +2

    Fontanini Nativity Village Darius Bread maker. One of the cookie jar wire handle from Monmouth pottery sold in Feb for about $34 ish, definitely would go about this. Little Santa is a great find.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      thank you for all the info =) and i love the little santa too =)
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @michaelabarnes7715
    @michaelabarnes7715 2 роки тому +2

    lovin' the Kayla cam :)

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      thank you for the feedback - i was thinking in more we will have Kayla Cam =)

  • @denisemcgovern2485
    @denisemcgovern2485 2 роки тому +2

    I have several of those Santa’s. Mine are all wood not resin. If you find the hand carved wooden Santa’s they are worth hundreds of dollars. Great find for .50 cents!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Nice!!! thank you for that info! Ill def be on the lookout for those - they are awesome =)
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @Marlene7388
    @Marlene7388 2 роки тому +3

    I really like that Santa figurine. I use Worthpoint and it does help tremendously!! Thanks for the video. Love your content!

  • @TheMerchants
    @TheMerchants 2 роки тому +4

    Worthpoint is a total game changer! I remember people saying “once you find yourself needing it 3 times in a week, it’s time to get it”. Should have gotten it way sooner than I did! Love seeing the Kayla Cam! She’s got a good eye 💕

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      I agree 100%! I love worthpoint and couldnt believe it took me years to get it. =) thank you for the feedback on the camera switch - we will have more Kayla cam =)

  • @RaeRaeVlogz
    @RaeRaeVlogz 2 роки тому +2

    Good morning 🌞

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Hey!! thanks so much for watching the other day i was watching your live (lurking in the back ground) LOL

    • @RaeRaeVlogz
      @RaeRaeVlogz 2 роки тому +1

      @@beardedthriftmachine come say hi next time!! Lol I enjoyed the video. I'm just getting back into making garage sale vids so I really enjoyed watching new content.

  • @MyLooneyBin
    @MyLooneyBin 2 роки тому +2

    In a skinny minute! 😂.

  • @jeanbarden7509
    @jeanbarden7509 2 роки тому +2

    They should donate the handicap items to a senior center. I always do and they are appreciated.

  • @jimbaran3977
    @jimbaran3977 2 роки тому +2

    Love this stuff retirement soon looking for something to do

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      my dad loves it - he is retired and does this now - its great you can be as busy or slow as you want =)

  • @shawnblevins2138
    @shawnblevins2138 2 роки тому +3

    Julian, not positive, but right beside that cookie jar were 2 lamps, somewhat tulip looking. Those looked a lot like Akro Agots to me, I sold some once that were white with green swirls, very similar. Just a fyi, you might want to check. Great video, great finds. Thanks for sharing.

    • @southernmermaid2526
      @southernmermaid2526 2 роки тому +2

      I was thinking the same thing. 😊

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      wow i just looked them up!!!! if it was i def missed a good one! but thank you for that info im looking at the pictures now and will remember that name =)

    • @shawnblevins2138
      @shawnblevins2138 2 роки тому

      @@beardedthriftmachine something great to keep an eye out for, "I'm not sure the different colors the swirls comes in", but usually very old pieces. Thanks for your feedback.

  • @kmwomack5958
    @kmwomack5958 2 роки тому +1

    Your hands full, wife: here hold this. hahaha

  • @cathylombard964
    @cathylombard964 2 роки тому +2

    My mother had a Fontanini nativity set. I used to buy had pieces for it. They were fairly pricey when you buy them new.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      Yea i was looking at some of the prices and they were really high - i didnt even know the brand =) now i do and will be on the lookout =)

  • @katherinewoodrum8605
    @katherinewoodrum8605 2 роки тому +1

    Go Gamecocks! My son is a freshman there this year. Sweet pick up! Love your videos. Started following you after finding you through the Nurse Flipper videos. Thanks for all you do!

  • @guyneace
    @guyneace 2 роки тому +2

    Hey Oh!!!

  • @paulettedutcher2093
    @paulettedutcher2093 2 роки тому +1

    Nice fifty cent investment!

  • @karenwells7044
    @karenwells7044 2 роки тому +2

    The Fontanini nativity set has many accessory pieces. I would check on the internet to see if this is a newer piece and maybe you can find a price there.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      that is awesome! thank you so much for that info and ill def do that =)
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @GodHasThis
    @GodHasThis 2 роки тому +2

    Looks like fun! 😊

  • @southernmermaid2526
    @southernmermaid2526 2 роки тому +2

    I didn’t see any yard sales I was interested in last week either. Where did y’all travel to ? I like Kayla’s rug. 😊

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      we went to the other side of Conway near Loris - youre right around here there was nothing - this saturday is packed full of a ton of them. =) should be a good weekend

    • @southernmermaid2526
      @southernmermaid2526 2 роки тому +1

      @@beardedthriftmachine Just took a peak and some caught my eye. 😍 Hope to see y’all❣️

  • @clearwatervalleythrift3443
    @clearwatervalleythrift3443 2 роки тому +3

    Recently signed up for Worthpoint ( sorry Kat’s link ) and most I see have solds dated as you are showing years ago. So value could be more now several years later? Or less I guess 😂

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      lol thats ok using kats link i forgive you lol =) i agree it was worth the money - i agree it could be more or less but its a good starting point

  • @Ani1boo
    @Ani1boo 2 роки тому +1

    Julian I love your channel

  • @robinziolkowski9140
    @robinziolkowski9140 2 роки тому +1

    Great video

  • @marycote3423
    @marycote3423 Рік тому

    I like the cookie jar

  • @ellenspeed7270
    @ellenspeed7270 2 роки тому +2

    Fontanini sells well. Generally, pricey.

  • @larissaalcorn3406
    @larissaalcorn3406 2 роки тому +2

    Holding those figures one handed giving me an anxiety attack 🤣

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Lol 😀 😆 🤣 like a good balancing act
      Thanks so much for watching

    • @ReibelJ
      @ReibelJ 2 роки тому +3

      the cookie crock price is from 2007. That crock is worth way more. I would say at least $38 to $50. Blue is very popular now.

  • @SammySales
    @SammySales 2 роки тому +2

    Most pottery that has pads on bottom are not worth a whole lot! Not saying all just most!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      excellent info on that, im still learning and i like helpful tips =)
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @sissykim3975
    @sissykim3975 2 роки тому +1

    I have a fonatini jester n comps are all over for it seen one for 2000 and one for 20.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      WOW i saw some really high comps too - then some really low ones also

    • @sissykim3975
      @sissykim3975 2 роки тому +1

      @@beardedthriftmachine I gave up looking. Let us know if u find anything!

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      @@sissykim3975 so did I- I listed it on auction lol bid is up to $17

  • @dustendawin4657
    @dustendawin4657 2 роки тому +1

    Love the new transitions! But where is the Three's Company music?

  • @tommalinejones9289
    @tommalinejones9289 Рік тому

    How do I look up what something has sold for in the past. I have several collections to sell, but I want to know the value first. I watch you all I can. I am 71 and a disabled widow.

  • @bluebelle9572
    @bluebelle9572 2 роки тому +1

    If I wanted a Carhartt item, I wouldn’t care too much about the embroidery. Even if it was a name. If it’s for working on the farm or shop, who cares, right?

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      i agree - and thats what i think too - just going to wear it outside

  • @frantiquestreasures1443
    @frantiquestreasures1443 2 роки тому +2

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @truthhurts2149
    @truthhurts2149 2 роки тому +2

    Bro tell me about it with the clothes. When i first started i was getting shoes like crazy. There actually all nice shoes but ive got like 3 40 gallon totes of shoes that i still havent listed.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      i totally understand - im the same way with clothes - i have to many to list and too many that havent sold. so im super picky now on them.

  • @thomasfrey1667
    @thomasfrey1667 2 роки тому +1

    You made a mistake with your cost of fees. 20% of $150 is $30 not $20. Your net will be $97.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      Good call. :) 😀 sometimes I make mistakes. :) Thanks for catching it and thanks so much for watching

  • @KevinDurantisnot
    @KevinDurantisnot 2 роки тому +2

    Without watching knowing you I’d guess you paid a quarter for something to sell for $25 😂

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      so close..... but now youll have to watch LOL =)
      thanks so much for watching!

  • @cynthiabonner474
    @cynthiabonner474 2 роки тому +1

    Are you going to show your garage sale for us?

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      yes - i was going to do a video about being on the other side =) its my churchs yard sale and we are raising money for the youth to go to camp.

    • @cynthiabonner474
      @cynthiabonner474 2 роки тому

      @@beardedthriftmachine that's great! So are you moving everything to church so when the sale has a huge turnout the neighbors usually don't complain if churches do sales.
      I watched one sale that was big the neighbors called the cops on them. But when the cops came, they enjoyed the sale too.
      I think the teens should work the sale, get experience selling things, and maybe make cookies to sell with bottled water?
      Just suggesting it. Or ask the church to grill hot dogs as an act of good will towards their community.
      My church did one last year and our proceeds went for missions.

    • @cynthiabonner474
      @cynthiabonner474 2 роки тому

      So I guess I have a question for those of us who can't go to the sale. Do you have a part of your store devoted to the garage sale? So those of us who can't go can at least get a chance to buy anything to help the kids?

  • @rayemartineau8644
    @rayemartineau8644 2 роки тому +1

    💗💗👍🏿👍🏿👀👀 5/14/22

  • @MrBadavidson9
    @MrBadavidson9 2 роки тому +1

    Your worthpoint sales were from years ago, one of them literally 15 years ago, as you knows the market changes and inflation etc, things go in and out of fashion but 15 year old comp is a worthless comparison

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      I get that but its a staring point. I must just look at it differently

  • @debo4706
    @debo4706 2 роки тому +2

    Your not including your gas.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому +1

      Its tax deductible. So it brings down my gross taxable income. So really the more I drive the better it is.
      Thanks so much for watching

  • @heartfacingupward
    @heartfacingupward 2 роки тому +1

    Google lens

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      didnt work

    • @heartfacingupward
      @heartfacingupward 2 роки тому +1

      @@beardedthriftmachine Dang. Android can load the app. I Phone I have to open it directly from the app. It's a little trick.

    • @beardedthriftmachine
      @beardedthriftmachine  2 роки тому

      @@heartfacingupward no I meant I have it - but it wouldn't come up with it. It keeps showing the smaller one.
      Thanks so much for watching

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    @joseoone7 2 роки тому +1

    Question: "Is Jesus the only way to Heaven?"
    Answer: Yes, Jesus is the only way to heaven. Such an exclusive statement may confuse, surprise, or even offend, but it is true nonetheless. The Bible teaches that there is no other way to salvation than through Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself says in John 14:6, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” He is not a way, as in one of many; He is the way, as in the one and only. No one, regardless of reputation, achievement, special knowledge, or personal holiness, can come to God the Father except through Jesus.
    Jesus is the only way to heaven for several reasons. Jesus was “chosen by God” to be the Savior (1 Peter 2:4). Jesus is the only One to have come down from heaven and returned there (John 3:13). He is the only person to have lived a perfect human life (Hebrews 4:15). He is the only sacrifice for sin (1 John 2:2; Hebrews 10:26). He alone fulfilled the Law and the Prophets (Matthew 5:17). He is the only man to have conquered death forever (Hebrews 2:14-15). He is the only Mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5). He is the only man whom God has “exalted . . . to the highest place” (Philippians 2:9).
    Jesus spoke of Himself as the only way to heaven in several places besides John 14:6. He presented Himself as the object of faith in Matthew 7:21-27. He said His words are life (John 6:63). He promised that those who believe in Him will have eternal life (John 3:14-15). He is the gate of the sheep (John 10:7); the bread of life (John 6:35); and the resurrection (John 11:25). No one else can rightly claim those titles.
    The apostles’ preaching focused on the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. Peter, speaking to the Sanhedrin, clearly proclaimed Jesus as the only way to heaven: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). Paul, speaking to the synagogue in Antioch, singled out Jesus as the Savior: “I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin” (Acts 13:38-39). John, writing to the church at large, specifies the name of Christ as the basis of our forgiveness: “I am writing to you, dear children, because your sins have been forgiven on account of his name” (1 John 2:12). No one but Jesus can forgive sin.
    Eternal life in heaven is made possible only through Christ. Jesus prayed, “Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent” (John 17:3). To receive God’s free gift of salvation, we must look to Jesus and Jesus alone. We must trust in Jesus’ death on the cross as our payment for sin and in His resurrection. “This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe” (Romans 3:22).
    At one point in Jesus’ ministry, many of the crowd were turning their backs on Him and leaving in hopes of finding another savior. Jesus asked the Twelve, “Do you want to go away as well?” (John 6:67, ESV). Peter’s reply is exactly right: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life, and we have believed, and have come to know, that you are the Holy One of God” (John 6:68-69, ESV). May we all share Peter’s faith that eternal life resides only in Jesus Christ.