HONORING THE PURSUIT OF WISDOM - James 1:2-16

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Be reminded of the vital importance of finding and applying God given wisdom and the perils of being double-minded about it; which makes us want to resist godly wisdom.

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HONORING THE PURSUIT OF WISDOM - James 1:2-16

PASTOR ALAN LATTA

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Be reminded of the vital importance of finding and applying God given wisdom and the perils of being double-minded about it; which makes us want to resist godly wisdom.

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