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Gospel of MatthewSteve Gregg
Steve Gregg discusses the importance of acknowledging the truth of the Gospels and the life of Jesus, despite potential doubts and skepticism. He acknowledges the potential disbelief in miracles but highlights that nothing in the Gospels is impossible to believe or historically inaccurate. Gregg encourages a willingness to be open-minded and to study the historical narratives of the Gospels to gain a better understanding of Jesus Christ and his significance.
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