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Aug 2024
28m 15s

Ask, Seek, Knock: Abraham & Sodom

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Can one man's prayers save a city from divine judgment? Discover the power of intercession and mercy in this compelling episode.

In this episode of "Heroes in the Bible," Dr. Ed Young explores the powerful lessons from the story of Abraham's intercession for Sodom. Through Abraham's heartfelt pleas and God's compassionate responses, we learn about the importance of asking, seeking, and knocking with faith and sincerity.

Today's Bible verse is Matthew 7:7, from the King James Version.

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