What If We Truly Prayed Without Ceasing? | Douglas McKelvey

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What If We Truly Prayed Without Ceasing? | Douglas McKelvey

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Dec 5, 2023

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Christ is sovereign over every square inch of human existence, but what about every moment of time? What would it change if we dedicated everything we do to Him in prayer? Shane welcomes Douglas McKelvey, author of the Every Moment Holy series, to introduce his latest book and explore the power of addressing God, together, as His people.

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