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Psalm 85 — Missional (edgy)

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If Psalm 85 never moves you outward, you may be reading it for information, not transformation.

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Restoration Mercy Forgiveness Divine Favor National Renewal

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Psalm 85

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Psalm 85 — Missional (edgy)

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