July 27th: 1 Samuel 16 & 2 Corinthians 10
July 26, 2020
Alastair Roberts
David anointed by Samuel. Paul challenges the boasting of his opponents.
Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/).
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