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Oct 1

46m 59s

Agents of Flourishing

About this episode

God calls Christians to participate in His redemptive mission in every sphere of life. Your talents and vocation are uniquely suited to His plan! Amy Sherman has devoted her life to showing people how to restore lives and communities for God's glory. On this edition of Equipped, she helps us discover how we can be agents of flourishing in our communities and offer a winsome witness to a watching world.

Featured resource:
Agents of Flourishing: Pursuing Shalom in Every Corner of Society by Amy L. Sherman

October thank you gift:
Dangerous Virtues by John Koessler

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