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May 2023
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“Believing God for Things That Seem Impo...

Proverbs 31 Ministries
About this episode

In today’s episode, you’ll hear a devotion written by Kia Stephens based on Genesis 18:14, which says, “Is anything too hard for the LORD? I will return to you at the appointed time next year, and Sarah will have a son” (NIV).


We hope today’s devotion encourages you that nothing is too hard for God, even in your most impossible situation or your longest unanswered prayer.


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