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The Government | The Christian
Shared on: Feb 12, 2018
A collection of resources reminding us that our Lord teaches us to honor, pray for and submit to our government in as much as it is possible to do so and still be in submission to our Almighty God. May this collection of media and sermons serve to equip you to lead your congregation well this Presidents Day.
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