Dan McAnally: The New Poverty ‘Inconvenience and Ego’
The New Poverty: Inconvenience and Ego I got a call the other day that interrupted my morning quiet time. It was 7:39, and I’d have normally let it slide to […]
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The New Poverty: Inconvenience and Ego I got a call the other day that interrupted my morning quiet time. It was 7:39, and I’d have normally let it slide to […]
Day 209 of Courageous Faith by Pastor Allen Jackson RESTORATION BUSINESS Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you truly love me more thos these?” “Yes, Lord,” […]
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Reflection on Speaking at the BAPS Charities Walkathon Recently, I was invited to be a guest speaker at the BAPS Charities Walkathon. BAPS Charities is a global, volunteer-driven organization operating […]