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Jan 2025
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Day 6: Trust in the Lord (2025)

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Fr. Mike reads Genesis 12-13, Job 1-2, and Proverbs 1:1-7 and shows how Abram and Job, despite their brokenness, were able to trust in God.

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Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

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