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Dec 2024
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Be Generous to the Poor | Generosity E4

Practicing the Way
About this episode

Changing our relationship with money is one of the first and most important steps of living as followers of Jesus. In this episode, John Mark explores Jesus' teachings on generosity to the poor. He challenges us to reexamine our preference for accumulation and offers practical ways to share our resources with those in need.


Key Scripture Passage: Luke 12v13-34


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