July 21st: 1 Samuel 12 & 2 Corinthians 4
July 20, 2020
Alastair Roberts
Samuel declares the Lord's faithfulness to the people. Treasure in earthen vessels.
Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/).
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