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Apr 2021
22m 14s

The Power of Confession

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When our prayer is dry and something seems off within us, it might be time to go to confession. Today, Dr. Sri reminds us of the power of confession, and helps us to understand this sacrament in the context of God’s love so we can encounter God’s mercy without fear and shame.

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Jesus breathed life into the apostles so they can breathe life into us through the power of confession.

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