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November 27th: Isaiah 40 & Luke 7:36-50

Alastair Roberts

November 27th: Isaiah 40 & Luke 7:36-50

November 26, 2021
Alastair Roberts
Alastair Roberts

Comfort, comfort my people. A sinful woman anoints Jesus' feet.

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