Verse of the Day: December 5
John 10:7
Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep.
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Salt and light
Matthew 6:1-16
Ours is a tough, rugged, wicked world. Aggression, rebellion, violence, cutthroat competition, and retaliation abound. Not just internationally, but personally. What is true in the secret council chambers of nations is also true behind closed doors of homes. We are stubborn, warring people. Outside of riots and war, studies have concluded, the most dangerous place to be is in the American home! With domestic violence and child abuse on the rise in our hard, hostile society, one might wonder what possible influence the servants of Christ can have.
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for KING + COUNTRY, CeCe Winans and Amy Grant perform on CMA Christmas special
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