Who Is Responsible?<\/a> It shed some light for us here, together with an explanation of the Individual-Group distinction. I thank our God Almighty for your website. It helps so many people and Christians who need some help. I pray to God that all the members and leaders of the La Vista Church of Christ may have a long life, so that you may continue your good work in helping and spreading the Gospel.<\/p>\nTake care and God bless you more.<\/p>\n\t
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I am so glad the lesson helped you toward a solution to your issues.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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