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		<title>God and the Laws of Man</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:49:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[How do the Bible and the laws of God intersect with society and the governments of this world? Are the institutions that claim to govern the children of men truly allowed to do what they are doing to mankind? I believe this ministry is called to research, discuss, and — when God opens the eyes [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p class="">How do the Bible and the laws of God intersect with society and the governments of this world? Are the institutions that claim to govern the children of men truly allowed to do what they are doing to mankind?</p>



<p class="">I believe this ministry is called to research, discuss, and — when God opens the eyes and hearts of His elect — even administer the laws of God.</p>



<p class="">What most people today accept as “laws” are not laws at all. They are rules and regulations designed to control the sons and daughters of mankind. If you compare the Ten Commandments to the so-called “laws” enforced against man, you will see they rarely align — except perhaps the commandment against murder.</p>



<p class="">Why are there fines for simply walking, talking, driving, eating, opening a business, conducting business, or refusing to pay what the government demands? Why does “government” continue to sprawl across the earth like a massive weed or infection? These institutions can imprison a man for non-compliance with their rules, yet when they send agents to harm, arrest, or imprison the children of men, they claim zero liability. They craft rules within their own system that shield them from accountability for their actions, words, or even lies. They can act unjustly without consequence.</p>



<p class="">This is not what God desires. Scripture shows that those in positions of leadership and authority are held to a higher standard. They will be judged rightly when the true Judge of the earth convenes His court on the Day of Judgment.</p>



<p class="">So where did these laws come from that are being administered to the descendants of Adam? They are certainly not from God. Who then permits this? Some claim that if you do not explicitly tell them they cannot do something, then they can. Until you revoke consent, they assume authority.</p>



<p class="">We are wrestling not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, and against spiritual wickedness in high places. Does this include the high places of government, institutions, and corporations?</p>



<p class="">The discussion is open. What do you think?</p>



<p class="">I will also begin sharing words, declarations, and videos that can help the sons of men exit the contracts, statements, and agreements made (knowingly or unknowingly) with the enemy — the devil, Satan, Lucifer, and their affiliates.</p>



<p class=""><strong>Prayer:</strong></p>



<p class="">Lord, I pray against these wicked things in high places. They are not permitted to create rules and regulations outside of Yours and then hold Your people accountable to them. They are not allowed to exempt themselves from accountability for their wrongs. They are not permitted to rule unjustly while standing outside Your laws, decrees, and commandments. The people of God are free according to your word. Yeshuah has set us free.</p>



<p class="">Yeshuah came to reconcile us back to God and to restore the authority over the earth to man — the descendants of Adam. The devil, Satan, Lucifer, or any of their affiliations have no rights over the earth or the children of men. I declare this in Yeshua’s name. Amen.</p>



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		<title>Are the Days of Noah Here?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:12:57 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[The Spiritual War]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Matthew 24:37-39 and Luke 17:26 As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. I have noticed that people are taller than before. I see many more people who are much taller than in previous generations, men and women, some over 7&#8242;-0&#8243; tall. There [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p class="">Matthew 24:37-39 and Luke 17:26 As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man.</p>



<p class="">I have noticed that people are taller than before. I see many more people who are much taller than in previous generations, men and women, some over 7&#8242;-0&#8243; tall. There was a time when an actor named John Wayne was considered large or tall and he was 6&#8242;-4&#8243; and there was a time when they were seeking tall basketball players all over the world and finding people close to 7&#8242; or taller was rare. But today, I see many people who are close to 7&#8242; or taller walking around, even orientals who were once considered small are over 6&#8242; and some close to 7&#8242;.</p>



<p class="">I have heard people say that it is because of the growth hormones they give to the animals that we consume. I don&#8217;t believe that. I believe that they are doing something that is genetically changing people. What it looks like is that something or some organization is genetically modifying mankind. Perhaps the demonic entities are trying to remove mankind from existence. We do not war against flesh and blood.</p>



<p class="">As I understand it the days of Noah represented a time when the fallen angels had almost genetically taken over most of mankind. These demonic genetics are once again being infused into mankind for whatever reason. Maybe health reasons or people who want to be bigger or a foot taller than others for reasons of their own, perhaps military superiority. It could be that DNA modification will be the mark of the beast. That is those who have modified DNA will not be able to enter the kingdom of heaven because they are not God&#8217;s creation any longer.</p>



<p class="">So, we are possibly nearing the end times, the time when Jesus returns to reclaim the earth. There are many ramifications that can come out of these genetic modifications including the scorpions with faces like men in Revelations. The Ecclesia should be prepared for the days of Noah and warning their family and friends to stay away from the mark of the beast. I had a word from God that there are already these half man half beast on the earth.</p>



<p class="">It&#8217;s time to get back to God and let people know that there is a Savior. It is nearing the passover, a time for reflection, prayer and fasting, and confessing and repentance for our sins. Lord, I pray that you will hear our prayers of repentance and we ask for your forgiveness for our sins, transgressions, and iniquities. I pray that your Ecclesia will have the wisdom to keep themselves from the mark of the beast. Lord, guide us and protect us from the enemy, the devil, Satan and the principalities, powers, and wicked things in high places. I pray this in Jesus&#8217; name, amen.</p>



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		<title>The Scripture on Authority is it Wrong?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:01:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is a scripture in the bible that says that we should be subject to all authorities. Romans 13:1 Everyone must submit to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently whoever resists authority is opposing what God has [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p class="">There is a scripture in the bible that says that we should be subject to all authorities. Romans 13:1 Everyone must submit to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgement on themselves.</p>



<p class="">Is this something that was changed or added to God&#8217;s word? How do we know whether this is from the Holy Spirit or from the mind of a man. There are some things that are different from what I remember. For instance there was a scripture, Isaiah 11:6 that said that the lion will lie down with the lamb and I have seen evidence of the scripture on older posters or writings on the scripture. Today, the the same scripture says that the wolf will lie down with the lamb. There was a change in the bible over time. How can this be?</p>



<p class="">People say that the word of God is infallible and that every word of God is true. But if the bible is being changed or manipulated, how do we trust the sources that have published these books. There is a spiritual battle. Perhaps the demonic realm is able to manipulate the words or are able to tamper with time, realities, or dimensions.</p>



<p class="">My personal view on this scripture Romans 13:1, my &#8220;gut&#8221; feeling, is that this scripture may possibly have been tampered with. I think the intention originally was to get the believers to understand that those that God gave authority to in respect to the gospel should be listened to and respected because they were anointed to preach the gospel and explain the laws of God to the people.</p>



<p class="">How can you tell if something is from God or not? How can we discern the truth over false statements, lies, half truths, truths out of context or in a different context than what is what is intended for?</p>



<p class="">First and foremost, you need to know the character of God. But, without spending time with God, you can&#8217;t know His true character. Now, if the bible is being manipulated by outside forces and they have not correctly published the true words of God, you won&#8217;t be able to know the Truth, the Life, and the Way, unless you spend time with Jesus. The more time you spend with Him the more you will know whether what you read in the bible, see in the news, hear in your heart, to be from God.</p>



<p class="">So, spend time with God, as much time as you can. Get to know His heart and you will be able to discern his voice. His sheep know his voice</p>



<p class="">Lord, I pray that your people will spend so much time with you that they will instantly know your voice. Your sheep should know your voice. In Jesus&#8217; name I pray this, amen. Thank you, Lord Yeshua!</p>
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		<title>The Church’s Crisis of Truth: Who Are We Really Trying to Please?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 21:30:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It seems we are at a crossroads in the ministry of the gospel today—a time where we must ask ourselves: What should the Church really look like? Across the board, we hear so many different messages being preached. One church believes one thing, and another believes the complete opposite. But if there is only&#160;one Author, why [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p class="">It seems we are at a crossroads in the ministry of the gospel today—a time where we must ask ourselves: <em>What should the Church really look like?</em></p>



<p class="">Across the board, we hear so many different messages being preached. One church believes one thing, and another believes the complete opposite. But if there is only&nbsp;<strong>one Author</strong>, why are there so many interpretations and beliefs? Has the message become so fragmented that people can no longer wrap their arms—or their minds—around the truth?</p>



<p class="">As a new believer, it’s difficult to know who or what to believe. <em>Who is right? Who is wrong?</em></p>



<p class="">I believe many churches today hesitate to speak the hard truths that God is calling us to speak—out of fear. Fear of losing members. Fear of losing popularity. Fear of losing financial resources. But ministry should never be about pleasing people. We are called to please <strong>an audience of One</strong>—God alone.</p>



<p class="">That’s what I want&nbsp;<strong>Illumine Ministries</strong>&nbsp;to stand for:</p>



<p class="">To speak the truth boldly and lovingly—especially the things God wants the Church to speak about, even when they’re uncomfortable or challenging. Because&nbsp;<strong>truth leads to freedom</strong>, and truth is necessary if people are to live good, godly, and meaningful lives.</p>



<p class="">The Church—worldwide—should be aligned with the heart of God. If one church says one thing, and another says the opposite, then at least one of them is not in tune with God’s voice or Spirit.</p>



<p class="">Yes, I understand that the messages preached may differ from city to city or nation to nation depending on context, culture, or season. But as long as we are truly led by&nbsp;<strong>the Holy Spirit</strong>, we should ultimately be in one accord—united in truth, in love, and in Christ.</p>



<p class="">I pray that the Church becomes one—<strong>not under the leadership of man</strong>, but under the leadership of Jesus Christ, Yeshuah Hamashiach.</p>



<p class="">I pray that each of us will live out the love and laws of God, not from obligation, but from the heart.</p>



<p class="">In Jesus’ name,</p>



<p class=""><strong>Amen.</strong></p>



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		<title>God sees the Wicked and Evil</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jason]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:48:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Does God See the Wickedness in the World? Many good people endure hardships and wonder if God sees the evil that others do. In Ezekiel, there is a passage that reveals how even the priests engaged in secret abominations, believing no one, not even God, could see them.   Ezekiel 8:7-12 (ESV) “And he brought [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p>Many good people endure hardships and wonder if God sees the evil that others do. In Ezekiel, there is a passage that reveals how even the priests engaged in secret abominations, believing no one, not even God, could see them.</p>
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<p><b>Ezekiel 8:7-12 (ESV)</b><b></b></p>
<p><i>“And he brought me to the entrance of the court, and when I looked, behold, there was a hole in the wall. Then he said to me, ‘Son of man, dig in the wall.’ So I dug in the wall, and behold, there was an entrance. And he said to me, ‘Go in, and see the vile abominations that they are committing here.’ So I went in and saw. And there, engraved on the wall all around, was every form of creeping thing and loathsome beast, and all the idols of the house of Israel. And before them stood seventy men of the elders of the house of Israel, with Jaazaniah the son of Shaphan standing among them. Each had his censer in his hand, and the smoke of the cloud of incense went up. Then he said to me, ‘Son of man, have you seen what the elders of the house of Israel are doing in the dark, each in his room of pictures? For they say, “The Lord does not see us, the Lord has forsaken the land.”’”</i><i></i></p>
<p>The world is filled with hidden wickedness—evil actions committed in secrecy that harm and oppress others. But God sees it all. He is not blind to injustice, and in His appointed time, He will deal with those who do evil. Even in places where righteousness should prevail—like the church—there are leaders who commit vile acts, thinking they are unseen. When people witness corruption in religious institutions, they often question why God does not intervene immediately.</p>
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<p><b>Our Role as Believers</b><b></b></p>
<p>While God will ultimately bring justice, He expects His people to stand for righteousness. We are not called to be passive observers but active participants in His work. Our responsibility is to:</p>
<p>✅ <b>Do what is right in God’s eyes.</b> Even when others act unjustly, we must remain faithful to His principles.</p>
<p>✅ <b>Resist evil and stand for justice.</b> We should protect the vulnerable, confront wrongdoing, and prevent the spread of corruption.</p>
<p>✅ <b>Care for our communities.</b> As citizens of Heaven, we are entrusted with making a positive impact on the world around us.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><b>Addressing Spiritual Corruption</b><b></b></p>
<p>Just as a disease must be treated before it spreads and destroys the body, so too must corruption and immorality be addressed in the body of Christ. If left unchecked, these spiritual “infections”—such as greed, unrighteousness, and false teachings—can weaken the Church. As believers, we must remain vigilant, upholding truth and purity in our faith communities.</p>
<p>God sees everything. He knows the wickedness in the world, and He will act in His perfect timing. However, we must do our part—living righteously, speaking truth, and helping those in need.</p>
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<p><b>A Prayer for Righteousness</b><b></b></p>
<p>Lord, I pray that we will live according to Your Word, laws, principles, and commandments. Help us to stand for justice and speak up when we witness wrongdoing. Give us wisdom and discernment to know when to act and when to be still. Let Your will be done on earth as it is in Heaven.</p>
<p>In Yeshua’s name, I pray. Amen.</p>
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		<title>Does God want you to go to Hell?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:23:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[I heard someone asking a question about why someone should believe in a God that sends people to hell.   2 Peter 3:9: “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”    Ezekiel [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p class="">I heard someone asking a question about why someone should believe in a God that sends people to hell.</p>
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<p class=""><strong>2 Peter 3:9</strong>:</p>

<p class=""><strong>“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”</strong> </p>
<p> </p>

<p class=""><strong>Ezekiel 33:11</strong>:</p>

<p class=""><strong>“Say to them, ‘As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign Lord, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that they turn from their ways and live. Turn! Turn from your evil ways! Why will you die, people of Israel?’”</strong> </p>
<p> </p>

<p class=""><strong> Timothy 2:3-4</strong> states:</p>

<p class=""><strong>“This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.”</strong></p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">His answer was something like this; that we have a choice to live with God for eternity or to separate ourselves from God and go to Hell.</p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">Yes, we do have choices, but it isn&#8217;t that we are meant to be apart from God. There are many reasons that we are separated from Him. It is the lack of knowledge of His love that mainly separates us from God. We haven&#8217;t been taught how His love and kindness are meant for our benefit. There is so much to say about the love of God. He wants us to have great lives, full of love and abundance. Still, because of evil in the world, many people have forgotten or have been drawn away from this love.</p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">The evil ones in the world want people to fail to find God and his love. These entities often incarnated into mankind, AND will do everything in their power to keep you from the love of God. Why? Because they are already destined for Hell and they want you to fall with them out of spite for you and God.</p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">God does not want people to go to hell. The temptation to sin and to go against the moral laws of God is what sends people to hell. Many people perish because they lack understanding. Some people believe that they can do whatever they want and have no consequences. Some believe that there is no life after death. We die and that&#8217;s it our souls do not exist any longer. But the Bible tells us that there is life beyond the grave. That our mortal bodies die but our souls our spirits live on.</p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">The consequences of sin are more than death. We&#8217;ll explore this as we go deeper into this topic in later blogs.</p>
<p> </p>

<p class="">Lord, thank you that you sent us a Savior that gives us a way out from the consequences of sin that lead to hell. I pray that all will come to the knowledge of Christ Jesus. He is the only way to heaven because he was the sacrifice that atoned for our sins. He suffered and died on the cross so that we could be reconciled to God. I pray that people will understand that you made a way for us to be free from the law of sin and death. Thank you for your mercy and grace. Amen.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Dec 2024 20:54:57 +0000</pubDate>
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<p class=""><strong>Ezekiel 33:1-11</strong></p>



<p class="">“Again the word of the Lord came unto me, saying,</p>



<p class="">Son of man, speak to the children of thy people, and say unto them, When I bring the sword upon a land, if the people of the land take a man of their coasts, and set him for their watchman:</p>



<p class="">If when he seeth the sword come upon the land, he blow the trumpet, and warn the people;</p>



<p class="">Then whosoever heareth the sound of the trumpet, and taketh not warning; if the sword come, and take him away, his blood shall be upon his own head.</p>



<p class="">He heard the sound of the trumpet, and took not warning; his blood shall be upon him. But he that taketh warning shall deliver his soul.</p>



<p class="">But if the watchman see the sword come, and blow not the trumpet, and the people be not warned; if the sword come, and take any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at the watchman’s hand.</p>



<p class="">So thou, O son of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me.</p>



<p class="">When I say unto the wicked, O wicked man, thou shalt surely die; if thou dost not speak to warn the wicked from his way, that wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at thine hand.</p>



<p class="">Nevertheless, if thou warn the wicked of his way to turn from it; if he do not turn from his way, he shall die in his iniquity; but thou hast delivered thy soul.</p>



<p class="">Therefore, O thou son of man, speak unto the house of Israel; Thus ye speak, saying, If our transgressions and our sins be upon us, and we pine away in them, how should we then live?</p>



<p class="">Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?”</p>



<p class="">I was reflecting on this passage in&nbsp;<strong>Ezekiel 33</strong>&nbsp;the other day, and it deeply troubled me. As someone who often listens to sermons and messages from various pastors, I realized how few of them boldly confront the topic of sin. We rarely hear warnings about the consequences of sin, nor calls to turn from iniquity.</p>



<p class="">This is concerning because scripture is clear: sin has serious consequences. God Himself warned Adam and Eve in the garden not to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Yet they disobeyed, and humanity has struggled to heed God’s commands ever since. As it says in&nbsp;<strong>Genesis 2:16-17</strong>:</p>



<p class="">“And the Lord God commanded the man, saying, Of every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat:</p>



<p class="">But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die.”</p>



<p class="">From the beginning, Mankind has faced a tendency to disregard God’s warnings. This disobedience leads to destruction, both in this life and in eternity.</p>



<p class="">One troubling issue today is the prevalence of&nbsp;<strong>sexual immorality</strong>, particularly sex outside of marriage. The sanctity of marriage is under attack, and many no longer honor or fear the consequences of defiling the marriage bed. Infidelity has devastating effects on relationships, families, and children. Yet, even within the church, there is often silence on the matter.</p>



<p class="">Scripture is unambiguous about the consequences of adultery and sexual sin.&nbsp;<strong>Romans 6:23</strong>&nbsp;reminds us, “For the wages of sin is death.” Adultery not only destroys trust and intimacy between spouses but also grieves the heart of God. Under human law, there may be no consequences for such actions, but under God’s law, they are grave sins with eternal implications, leading to the second death in Hell if unrepented.</p>



<p class="">To remain silent on this issue would be unloving. True love warns against sin and points people toward repentance and life. As Christians, we must honor marriage and remain faithful to our spouses. We must keep the marriage bed holy and undefiled.eath. Having sexual relationships outside of marriage is devastating to the person who is being faithful. God hates adultery. It is devastating to the relationship between the husband and wife. It hurts both the one who was betrayed and the person committing adultery. </p>



<p class=""><strong>A Prayer for Marriages and Families</strong></p>



<p class="">Lord, I pray for boldness within Your church, that pastors and leaders will proclaim the truth about sin and warn Your people of its consequences. I pray specifically against sexual sin, especially adultery, which devastates marriages and families.</p>



<p class="">Lord, protect the sanctity of marriage. Strengthen husbands and wives to honor and cherish one another. I pray for spouses to be united in prayer, keeping their hearts and marriages free from the snares of the enemy.</p>



<p class="">Guard the hearts of parents, reminding them of the impact their actions have on their children. May the Holy Spirit guide us in righteousness and help us resist temptation. Lord, send Your angels to protect families, marriages, and homes from division and harm.</p>



<p class="">Thank You for Your grace and mercy, Lord. Help us to walk in obedience to Your Word. Amen.</p>



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