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Dec 2024
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You Don't Have To

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Feeling overwhelmed by the pressure of obstacles and obligations? Shift your attention from how you’ll get through it to Who will get you through it. You’re not alone, God is with you. 

Each year, we come together to stretch our faith by giving a sacrificial offering, believing that God will move in our lives and in our church in the coming year. To take part in this offering and help us in reaching more people with the gospel all around the world click here: http://www.elevationchurch.org/giving/

If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: http://ele.vc/tIepfr

Scripture References:

Luke 1, verses 26-41

Luke 10, verses 41-42

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