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Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 — Eastern Orthodox (pastoral) - Illustration on Grace | IllustrateTheWord

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Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 — Eastern Orthodox (pastoral)

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Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 encourages the long obedience of prayer, fasting, and mercy—today, not someday.

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Grace Redemption Forgiveness Lost and Found Fatherhood of God

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Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32

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