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	American Leftovers: Surviving Family, Religion, and the American Dream by Heidi Wilson Messner, Eric Wilson (Goodreads Author), Shawn Wilson 4.42 avg rating — 36 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Ascend: Inspiration for the Adventure of Life 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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This is Home: We worship Jesus Pastor Matt Messner March 2, 2025 Introduction If there is one area of ministry that I feel the least comfortable leading, it is what most people would call worship. I can make a “joyful noise” but I don’t think anyone wants me to do so into a microphone. And [...]

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On Living Well: Brief Reflections on Wisdom for Walking in the Way of Jesus

by Eugene H. Peterson

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Christian Life (New Studies in Dogmatics)

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