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The Love That Puzzled an Emperor

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In 362 AD, Emperor Julian — whom history remembers as "Julian the Apostate" — sat in his palace writing a frustrated letter to a pagan...

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John 13:31-35

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John 13:31-35 — Traditional (classic)

John 13:31-35 reminds the Church: God’s Word forms God’s people through worship, holiness, and mission.

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John 13:31-35 — Missional (edgy)

John 13:31-35 confronts consumer Christianity—if you’re not being sent, you’re being sold—today, not someday.

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John 13:31-35 — Baptist (edgy)

If John 13:31-35 annoys you, check your heart; conviction is often mercy in disguise—today, not someday.

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