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A Restless Heart
What is the “good news” of the Gospel? How can we find rest in Jesus? Here’s another video from The Work of the People that examines these questions.
Category: Sermons and Video Clips
Tags: Kingdom Living, Peace, Rest, Spiritual Hunger, The Work of the People, Video
Topics: Following Jesus
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