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Podcast: Is It Wrong To Pray to Saints?

Greg discusses the risks and issues associated with praying to anyone or anything other than God.

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Dan: @thatdankent
Email: askgregboyd@gmail.com
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Greg’s new book: Inspired Imperfection
Dan’s new book: Confident Humility


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