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Sep 2025
25m 56s

Love and the Early Church

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We love others because Christ first loved us! Join Todd and Matt as they take an adventure into yesteryear - all the way back to the early church. They'll explore the day of Pentecost and the way the Holy Spirit united and directed those early Christ followers. . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Clear Focus Bible: Learn more at ⁠https://tinyurl.com ... Show More
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