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Jul 2021
31m 58s

Preparation vs. Perfection

Emma Mae McDaniel
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Hey lovely humans! Welcome back to part 2 of this sweet conversation with my man! Last week we discussed the importance of preparing your heart before stepping into a relationship by seeking the Lord first because He is worthy of our first pursuit. Josh shared what that looked like for him in his journey leading us to us dating. Today I will be sharing what ... Show More
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