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Prof Dion Forster - Contributing Towards God’s Plan to Bring Lasting Peace

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This week, Prof Dion challenges us and asks: What is the most practical thing that I can do within my sphere of influence to be more like the Prince of Peace? While I cannot solve global conflicts, it does not mean that I have nothing to do! What does it mean to contribute towards God’s plan to bring lasting peace (which is more than just the absence of conflict) into the world?

17 Oct 2024 English South Africa Religion & Spirituality · Christianity

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