July 7th: Ruth 2 & 1 Corinthians 7
July 7, 2020
Alastair Roberts
Ruth among the reapers. The form of this world is passing away—be content in your position.
Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/).
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