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Feb 2025

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Hour 2: Head-Scratching Scriptures

About this episode

If you ever find yourself scratching your head over a Bible passage or wondering how the Scriptures relate to our lives today, join us this weekend for Open Line! Dr. Michael Rydelnik answers the questions you have about the Bible, God, and the spiritual life. Join us with your questions this Saturday.

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