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Aug 7
27m 3s

Learning to Love Your Spouse Well (Part ...

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Matt and Lisa Jacobson highlight practical ways a husband and wife can better express their love and serve each other well. They cover topics like choosing to think the best your spouse, being of one mind in Christ, and cherishing your spouse through various seasons of life.

 

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