Gentle Reminders




Matthew 7:7-8, Ephesians 4:11-15, Matthew 7:7, Jeremiah 29:13, 1 Peter 3:17


 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

 Proverbs 3:5-6

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