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September 20th: 1 Kings 11 & Hebrews 10:1-18

Alastair Roberts

September 20th: 1 Kings 11 & Hebrews 10:1-18

September 19, 2020
Alastair Roberts
Alastair Roberts

The Lord raises up adversaries for Solomon. Sacrifices and offerings you have not desired.

Reflections upon the readings from the ACNA Book of Common Prayer (http://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/).

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