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Apr 2024
42m 56s

Optional Power of God

Josh Kelsey
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God’s divine power is optimal for every area of our life, but it’s also optional. God has given us everything we need in this life through his power, but we have to first step out and participate in it. In this special message on Sunday, guest pastor James Murray gives us three questions we can use to amplify God's divine power in our daily lives.

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