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Psalm 137 — Liberation Theology (classic)

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Psalm 137 declares God’s preferential option for the oppressed—salvation as concrete liberation—today, not someday.

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Psalm 137 reminds us: God’s presence is not distant—He strengthens the weak and fills the hungry.

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Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 — Missional (edgy)

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Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 — Universal (classic)

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Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7 calls for a real response—grace invites, but love must be chosen—today, not someday.

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Psalm 137 — Liberation Theology (classic)

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