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    Living for Christ in a Me-First World

    Jun 18 2019
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    Living for Christ in a Me-First World

    Date: Jun 18, 2019

    Guests: Leslie Vernick

    Author and speaker Leslie Vernick explains how an excessive love of self prevents us from becoming everything God intended us to be, and offers practical ideas for avoiding pride and pursuing godly humility.

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    A strong marriage begins with humility

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