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Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 — Black Church (classic) - Illustration on Faith | IllustrateTheWord

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Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 — Black Church (classic)

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Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 17:11-19 declares that oppression is not permanent when God is present—today, not someday.

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Romans 4:1-5, 13-17

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