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'Philippians' is a book in the New Testament section of the Christian Bible, which was written (approx. AD60) by one of the first followers of Jesus called Paul; (before he became a follower of Jesus, Saul (as he was previously known) persecuted Christians as he felt they were a danger to the state and more importantly heretical, therefore offensive to God.)  After his conversion he travelled to many places to tell people about Jesus Christ, one of these places  was a Philippi, where he helped plant a church. Paul was writing this letter from prison (because he had upset the authorities by saying that Jesus was God rather than Caesar) to thank the Philippians for their support of him and to encourage this new church to get to know Jesus better and to be more like him in everything they did.

Many Bibles (especially study bibles) have useful information in them about each book, such as information about when, by and to whom and why each book was written, some even list the major themes and other items of interest including maps and charts.

If you prefer to watch or listen, I love the way that Bible Project explain things https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/philippians

For a more in-depth summary:  https://bibleproject.com/blog/philippians-bible-study/

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Those old comedy films, full of innuendo and slapstick comedy; the carry on films often reflected the post war Britishness Carrying on regardless, against all the odds the underdog wins and the bad guys were defeated.
Being a disciple of Christ does echo the brilliance of that Carry on regardless mentality of post war Britain, in that we do need to carry on relentlessly pursuing Christ as Lord of our lives.
Jesus was asked by someone who thought they already knew the answer but who were trying to knock him of course, 'what is the greatest commandment?' Quoting the great Hebrew prayer of 'Shema', Jesus answered  'Love the Lord you God with all your heart, with all your mind, with all your soul and with all your spirit' but he then requoted another verse from Deuteronomy; '....love your neighbour as yourself' adding these two are of equal importance.
These two commands that are both side of the same coin demonstrate to us that we

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"In my life have ticked lots of boxes, attended lots of courses, got a degree in it, indeed I am a 'professional' at being a Christian. I have attended church every week ever since I was a teenager but have come to realise that many of us church folk just attend things and it seems hit and miss whether we ourselves actually really know Christ personally and even if we do, do we know him more than we did last year? " 

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"In my life have ticked lots of boxes, attended lots of courses, got a degree in it, indeed I am a 'professional' at being a Christian. I have attended church every week ever since I was a teenager but have come to realise that many of us church folk just attend things and it seems hit and miss whether we ourselves actually really know Christ personally and even if we do, do we know him more than we did last year? " 

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Andy Melvin founder Conversational Journeys

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Andy Melvin founder Conversational Journeys

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Hebrews tell us that we shouldn't get out of the habit of meeting together, so arrange to meet regularly with other Christians and not just for services, your personal discipleship

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Hebrews 10:25 Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us encourage one another all the more, since you see that the Day of the Lord is coming nearer. | Good News Bible (Anglicised) (GNBDC) | Download The Bible App Now

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Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us encourage one another all the more, since you see that the Day of the Lord is coming nearer.

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Pray Together
What has God been up to this week in your life?
How is you heart doing? Is it 'well with your soul'?

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Pray Together
What has God been up to this week in your life?
How is you heart doing? Is it 'well with your soul'?

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What were your  favourite verses from each chapter?

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What were your  favourite verses from each chapter?

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what was your favourite point in the journey through Philippians? Why ?

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We have now completed our journey through Paul's letter to the Philippians next time let's remind ourselves of the major lessons we have learnt and of how it will impact our lives in the future. Before you meet again read through Philippians again and the passages that have meant the most to you and come prepared to encourage each other .

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Read Philippians 4 v21-23

Encouraging and blessing others is an important part of following Jesus. Think of how you might be able to bless, greet and show God to others this week.

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Read Philippians 4 v19-20

What's the difference between 'needs' and 'wants' ?
ask people from church  what their experience of this is. This is always a blessing to do this, as it helps us develop an 'attitude of gratitude' for all that God has done, is doing and will do for us.

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Read Philippians 4 v14-18

v18 talks of  a ' sweet-smelling offering to God, a sacrifice which is acceptable and pleasing to him. '  how do you think we can do that?

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Giving to help others as a everyday part of living..

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Giving to help others as a everyday part of living..

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The Bible talks of tithe (literally giving 10% of your worth to God's work ) ,  it was expected for the Hebrews  that they would do this every time they earned something. For many it became a religious practice. But here it appears that the Philippians had given above and beyond to support, encourage and bless Paul.
Our culture tends to think of giving out of our surplus but the Bible tends to explain that you re order your expenditure to ensure that God  gets his fair share rather than  the loose change. But as this passage tells God always blesses those who bless.
This is not to be mistaken for reckless giving putting yourself in need or in debt but rather encouraging us to manage the resources that God gives us wisely .

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Read Philippians 4 v 9
Share together some good role models and experiences of Christian people who have made a positive impact on your life.

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Read Philippians 4 v 8

Look at the 'Whatevers' in verse 8 and dwell on them and mull them over together

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Discuss what God's peace is
Read Philippians 4 v 7

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Are you a worry warrior? Does it help?
If the Lord was near to help; would that help? Why / why not?
Read Philippians 4 v 6

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Share with each other an example of someone's gentle attitude (reasonableness) that has helped you?

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Share with each other an example of someone's gentle attitude (reasonableness) that has helped you?

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Read Philippians 4 v 5

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Read Philippians 4 v 4
What do you think rejoice means?
Why do we need to be joyful?

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Read Philippians 4 v 3

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How do you gain reconciliation with someone you have fallen out with?

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How do you gain reconciliation with someone you have fallen out with?

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Read Philippians 4 v 2

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How do you stop falling out with someone?

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How do you stop falling out with someone?

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Read Philippians 4 v 2

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Read Philippians 4 v 1

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Read Philippians 4 v 1

What does standing firm mean?

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Content no matter what the circumstances..

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Content no matter what the circumstances..

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Read Philippians 4 v10-13

This is a really counter-cultural message. Can you think of messages that we hear through the media that would demonstrate the above passage as counter-cultural?

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that's probably than more enough for this session.. Why not take some time to pray together and maybe set a goal for next time you meet?
How has this conversation helped you today?

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what have you got out of this time together? 🙋🏻‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️🙋🏿‍♂️

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what have you got out of this time together? 🙋🏻‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️🙋🏿‍♂️

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Write something..... take time to soak in that you can't earn GOd's love. FULL STOP.. marinate in God's love for you today.

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How can I know I am saved?
Be assured this is not a new question , it's a good question to talk through....

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Literally the waste tip fire outside the city wall, where that which is to be discarded goes.

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2 Timothy 1:7 (GNBDC)

For the Spirit that God has given us does not make us timid; instead, his Spirit fills us with power, love, and self-control

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Citizens of heaven waiting for our Saviour 🛡️

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Citizens of heaven waiting for our Saviour 🛡️

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Read Philippians 3 v20-21
How can we be Citizens of Heaven? What should we behave like?
What should be our moral code?
What so we understand this 'body' analogy to mean? Is that helpful? why/ why not?

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Read Philippians 3 v18-19
what is hell? why would our bodily desires lead us there? are Christians too uptight about this?

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Read Philippians 3 v17

Who sets you a good example as a Christian to follow and why?

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If you don't want to win the race....then what? 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏽

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If you don't want to win the race....then what? 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏽

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Read Philippians 3 v15-16

"When we gain spiritual maturity we respond to God's call. "

How does that statement fit with you?

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Read Philippians 3 v12-14

What does this verse mean for you? Have you the heart and will to do this? How do you become like this do you think?

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Read Philippians 3 v10

But is that ALL I want ? How do we change our heads and hearts to be more like Paul?

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Read Philippians 3 v9
Some of us aren't used to NOT paying our way or earning our rewards but you can't earn God's love or gifts. How do you feel about that?

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Read Philippians 3 v8
everything else is 'crap' v8
What a statement! what do you think about that?

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Pray Together
What has God been up to this week in your life?
How is you heart doing? Is it 'well with your soul'?

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Read Philippians 3 v3

Paul talks about trust in external ceremonies what do you think he means by that?

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what have you got out of this time together? 🙋🏻‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️🙋🏿‍♂️

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what have you got out of this time together? 🙋🏻‍♂️🙋🏾‍♂️🙋🏿‍♂️

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Write something..... take time to soak in that you can't earn GOd's love.  FULL STOP.. MARINADE: in God's love for you today.

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Read Philippians 3 v1-7

what sort of rules do we need to follow to be a Christian?

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put a 'post it' somewhere obvious that reminds you to stop moaning or to shine like stars.

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put a 'post it' somewhere obvious that reminds you to stop moaning or to shine like stars.

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people who build you up, people who are honest and loving toward you

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what you see is what you get!?
Are you genuine..... no really?!

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The Purpose-Driven Life is more than a book; it is a guide to a 40-day spiritual journey that will enable you to discover the answer to life's most important question: What on earth am I here for?

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Read Philippians1 v12-13
Have you told your friends & family that you are a Christian and how did they react?

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what have you got out of this time together?

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what have you got out of this time together?

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Write something.....

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what have you got out of this time together?

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what have you got out of this time together?

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Write something.....

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what have you got out of this time together?

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what have you got out of this time together?

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Write something.....

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that's probably than more enough for this session.. Why not take some time to pray together and maybe set a goal for next time you meet?
How has this conversation helped you today?

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Write a list of people to pray for ?
Ask them what they would like you to pray for for them, make a note and pray?

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Read Philippians 2v25-30
Focus on Christians who have been sent to you who have spent time with you to help and love who have shared their lives with you.
Perhaps name them then:
a) pray thank you prayers for them
b) how can you be like them?

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Humans often talk about really caring but stop short of really caring

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Read Philippians 2v19-24
Not just talking about caring but really caring.
How do we do this?
When do you feel really loved?
Really knowing people; how's that done do you think?

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Read Philippians 2v17-18
Sacrificial friendships - life on life
Can you allow people that close?

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Important sharing your life with others is important for growth as a Christian
Make sure you spend quality time with other Christians sharing your life with them as  they do with you.

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Read Philippians 2v14-16
How can we shine like stars?
what is the message of life?
who do you want to make proud?

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Read Philippians 2v12-13
Look back to previous to see what the therefore is there for! - what do you reckon?

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Pray Together
What has God been up to this week in your life?
How is you heart doing? Is it 'well with your soul'?

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that's probably than more enough for this session.. Why not take some time to pray together and maybe set a goal for next time you meet?
How has this conversation helped you today?

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For by the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think with sober judgment, each according to the measure of faith that God has assigned.

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others better than you, hard or easy?
Sober judgement required

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in feudal times, a Lord or master literally had the power over life or death. As a citizen you were part of a much bigger system and had no say in your future. There were no rights just duties and responsibilities.

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Read Philippians 2v9-11
For you what comes to mind when the word 'submission' is used?
Do you feel submission comes easily to you?

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Christ's characteristics we need to learn / cultivate / reflect

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Read Philippians 2v5-8

To have an "attitude like Christ!" how have you found the best way to change your attitudes?

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Read Philippians 2v3-4
Humility was a key characteristic of Jesus;

How about you?

How do go about putting others first?

Surely it's too costly to value others above yourself?

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Read Philippians 2v1-2
how would you help this kind of unity to happen with your (Christian) friends?

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what good / bad experiences of unity have you experienced?

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be honest , most people do fear it.
Why do you think Paul said this?

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that's probably than more enough for this session.. Why not take some time to pray together and maybe set a goal for next time you meet?
How has this conversation helped you today?

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meet other Christians regularly to talk, pray and engage with your community. READ Hebrews 10:10
See what God is doing and join in!

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Read Philippians1 v27-30
How can you support, encourage and one another and your fellow Christians (locally, nationally and internationally)

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Read Philippians1 v21-26
v21 says "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain."  this has been described as a win, win situation, do you agree?

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Read Philippians1 v19-20
Have you ever faced a really challenging situation but you have had someone with you who knows what they are doing ? Chat to one another about that . Do you think this passage reminds you of that?

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that's probably than more enough for this session.. Why not take some time to pray together and maybe set a goal for next time you meet?

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Read Philippians1 v16-18
what do you feel you were put here for, do you sense a purpose for your life? if so what?

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Read Philippians1 v14-15
If whilst chatting with someone, and the opportunity arose, how would you talk to them about your faith in Jesus (the Word)?

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Paul was imprisoned because of his faith; If you were arrested would there be enough evidence to convict you?

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Session 2 START HERE - Beautiful feet!!?? 1 v12

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Session 2 START HERE - Beautiful feet!!?? 1 v12

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Do you want others to know Jesus too? How will they know?

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Romans 10:14-15

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Read Philippians1 v9-11
Gain knowledge and discernment it says, but how? Is knowledge and discernment here different from normal?

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Read Philippians1 v7-8
What do you think God thinks about you?
Identity - who are you?
You're first and above all a child of God - what's that mean do you think?
How do we get to know someone better?

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What Does the Bible Say About Grace And Peace Of Mind?

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Bible verses about Grace And Peace Of Mind

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Read Philippians1 v 6
What do you think God wants for you?

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who can you give thanks for as you walk in your faith?

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who can you give thanks for as you walk in your faith?

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pray for them now