Worship Wednesday - The Man with Paralysis

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  1. HectorMarch 11, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    "I gained eyes." What a powerful statement. Thank you for sharing this. May God open my eyes to not just see the need but anticipate it and provide for and defend those who cannot do it for themselves.

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