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Look at Jesus
http://youtu.be/AO2VBoyruIM
Here’s a lovely reflection by N.T. Wright for your Sunday. When in doubt, look at Jesus. You can’t go wrong.
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Tags: Jesus, N.T. Wright, Video
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