Sermons (Talk + Q&A) about God's love for animals throughout the Bible and our responsibility to care for God's created world.
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This podcast explores how churches in Ireland are developing #CreationCare mission and #ClimateJustice projects. Cover photo by Patrick Metzdorf on Unsplash
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FNL #148 - Every creature will praise God! (Revelation 5:13)
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People often try to differentiate between humans and animals, saying animals cannot praise God. But is that what the Bible says? In this talk we look at what the Scriptures say about humans and animals praising God.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #147 - Be as shrewd as serpents and as innocent as doves (Matthew 10:16)
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The devil has been scheming from the beginning, attempting to lure people away from following God. In this talk we discuss how he continues to trick the world into choosing destruction and deception instead of faithful obedience to God's way of peace and truth---and more importantly, how to overcome him!…
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FNL #146 - Special Blessing of the Animals Service
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This FNL is our first ever service where we pray over individual animals by name. Thank you to everyone who participated in this blessing service!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #145 - Do you love mercy? (Micah 6:8)
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The Prophet Micah says that God requires us to love mercy. Jesus likewise instructs us to be merciful as God is merciful. Do you love mercy? Do you show mercy to animals? In this talk we examine what it truly means to love mercy.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #144 - Better is a dinner of herbs where love is! (Proverbs 15:17)
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Why in Proverbs does it say that a dinner of herbs is better than a dinner of animal flesh? Why are herbs connected to love and the fatted calf connected to hatred? In this talk we consider God’s very good plant-based diet and its connection to God’s character of love.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #143 - Does God answer the prayers of animals? (Psalm 147:9)
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Psalm 147:9 says, “He provides food for the cattle and for the young ravens when they call.” This suggests God hears the voices of animals and responds favorably. Join us as we see what else the Bible says about God and His concern for animals. The whole creation is groaning for God’s vegan kingdom to be restored on earth as it is in heaven!…
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FNL #142 - Ten Times Wiser! (Daniel 1:20)
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After taking a month off, Friday Night Live Talks are back! This week we are looking at Daniel and his friends, who refused to eat flesh and blood, and were found to be not only healthier but ten times wiser than everyone else! Join us as we examine the wisdom of God and the plant-based diet God established in His wisdom from the beginning. Become …
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FNL #141 - Three Years of Friday Night Live Talks
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Join us as we look back on three years of Friday Night Live Talks, and be the first to hear what plans Creation Care Church has for the future. We have some important announcements regarding FNL talks, and this is your opportunity to ask any questions you might have and to provide your input.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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#140 - The Table of Demons (1 Corinthians 10:21)
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Part 4 of 4 in our Clementine Homilies Series “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot have a part in both the Lord’s table and the table of demons” (1 Corinthians 10:21, NIV). What is the table of the Lord and the table of demons? Why does Paul say you cannot sit at both tables? In this talk we examine what Jesus…
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FNL #139 - The Key of Knowledge (Luke 11:52)
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Part 3 of 4 in our Clementine Homilies Series “Woe to you lawyers! For you have taken away the key of knowledge. You did not enter in yourselves, and those who were entering in you hindered” (Luke 11:52, NKJV). What is the key of knowledge and who has it? In this talk we examine what Jesus taught to His disciples on this subject, as preserved in th…
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FNL #138 - The Prophet Like Moses (Acts 3:22)
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Part 2 of 4 in our Clementine Homilies Series “For Moses said, ‘The Lord your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers. You must listen to Him in everything He tells you’” (Acts 3:22, BSB) Why did the apostles refer to Jesus as the Prophet like Moses? What was the significance of this title? In this talk we consider what…
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FNL #137 - Clement and the Clementine Homilies (Philippians 4:2-3)
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“I urge Euodia and Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you, my true yokefellow, to help these women who have labored with me for the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life” (Philippians 4:2-3, BSB). Who is Clement of Rome? What are the Clementine Homilies? How can …
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FNL # 136 - The Wedding Banquet (Luke 14:15-24)
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What is the wedding banquet Jesus talked about? Are Christians accepting the invitation to the wedding banquet? Is God having to go to secular atheist vegans because Christians refuse the invitation to the wedding banquet? In this live talk we examine these questions according to the scriptures.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #135 - Create in Me a Clean Heart (Psalm 51:10)
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What does it mean to have a clean heart? How is the heart connected to sin and death? What does it mean to forgive from the heart? In this talk we examine the importance of having a clean heart.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #134 - Is Truth for Everyone? (John 14:6)
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Should we persuade others that Jesus is THE (objective) Truth or is truth subjective? How should a believer respond when someone says they don't need the Bible to tell them what is right or wrong or about what is true? In this talk we examine these questions.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #133 - "You Must Become Like a Child to Enter the Kingdom" (Matthew 18:3)
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Jesus says you must change and become like children to enter the kingdom of God. What does this mean? What Scripture verses was Jesus referring to? Why is this significant for Christians and non-Christians alike? In this talk we examine those questions.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #132 - The Yoke of the Lord (Matthew 11:29)
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What is the yoke of the Lord? How can we take His yoke upon us? What can the Jerusalem Council of Acts 15 and other early apostolic teachings tell us about this? In this talk, we examine these questions.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 131 - 4/26 Understanding Paul (2 Peter 3:15-16)
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There are varying opinions about Paul. Was he a faithful apostle or a heretic? Did he endorse or oppose veganism? Are his writings accurately or inaccurately preserved, translated, and interpreted? In this live talk we discuss how to understand Paul and certain key passages in his letters that are often used against veganism.…
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FNL #130 - Who are the Sons of God? (Job 38:4-7)
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Who are the "Sons of God" in the Bible? In this talk we consider the various ways in which this term is used throughout the Old and New Testament of the Bible.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #129 - Moving Mountains (Mark 11:23-26)
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Jesus taught that we have the power to move mountains. What does that mean and how can we do it? In this talk we examine what the Bible says about this question and why Jesus considers it to be one of the most important aspects of His message to the world.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #128 - The Forbidden Fruit (Genesis 2:17)
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What is the forbidden fruit? This is one of the most enigmatic questions in the Bible that has perplexed people for millennia. In this talk we piece together various clues in the Bible to try and solve the mystery of the forbidden fruit!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #127 – The Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:20)
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At this time of year, almost two thousand years ago, the power of sin and death was overcome! In this week’s live talk, we discuss the first fruits of the resurrection and the hope it affords each of us.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #126 - The Right Hand of Fellowship
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What is the right hand of fellowship? Who has God extended the right hand of fellowship to? Are we neglecting our responsibility to extend the right hand of fellowship when it comes to animals? In this talk we consider what the Bible says about these important questions!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 125 - God Hates Violence (Psalm 11:5)
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In this week's live talk we examine what the Bible says about violence, and why opposition to violence was a central theme throughout the message of the prophets, including that of Jesus in His ministry.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 124 - Elijah and the Ravens (1 Kings 17:2-6)
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Did God command ravens to feed meat to Elijah? What might you say in response to someone claiming He did? In this week's live talk we examine what the Bible says about Elijah and the ravens.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 123 - Building Church Community (1 Thess. 5:11)
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We are told to build up the body of Christ, to multiply disciples, and to preach the gospel to every creature. In this week's talk we discuss what the Bible says about building church community, and practical ways we can accomplish this in our lives.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 122 - God remembers the animals, and so should we! (Gen. 8:1)
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In this message, we examine the instances in which God remembers the animals throughout Scripture, and how He calls us to likewise not forget them!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 121 - The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:11-18)
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The letter to the Ephesians tells us to put on the full armor of God to prepare us for spiritual battle. In this week's talk we examine what this means, how to do it, and why it is so important.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 120 - Misconceptions About Biblical Veganism (1 Timothy 4:1-4)
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There are many misconceptions about biblical veganism, ranging from claims that veganism is unbiblical, to claims that it is a liberal, new age doctrine of demons. In this week's talk we dispel some of the most common misconceptions about biblical veganism.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 119 - When Will Bow and Sword Be Abolished? (Hosea 2:18)
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God promises that one day bow and sword will be abolished. What will this look like? When will it happen? Who did God promise this to? In this talk we examine each of these questions.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 118 - On Earth as it is in Heaven (Matthew 6:10)
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Are we living according to the perfect will of God now? Or are we waiting until Jesus returns? In this talk we learn what the Bible says about God's will being done on earth as it is in heaven.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #117 – Are you seeking God with all your heart? (Jeremiah 29:13)
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Jesus says the greatest command is to love God with all your heart. In order to fulfill this, you must first seek God, not halfheartedly, but with all your heart. In this talk we examine what the Bible says about seeking God wholeheartedly.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #116 – Are we Undoing the Heavy Burdens? (Isaiah 58:6)
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God commands us to undo the heavy burdens of those who are oppressed. When it comes to humans and animals who are burdened by exploitation for profit, are we undoing the heavy burdens or are we adding to them? In this talk, we examine this topic.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 115 - Was there Cuddling in the Garden of Eden? (Ecc. 4:11)
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Was cuddling part of God’s very good design for humans and animals? Did Adam and Eve cuddle with animals? Will there be cuddling with animals in the kingdom of heaven? In this lighthearted talk we see what the Bible says about this topic!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #114 - Shout it from the Rooftops! (Matthew 10:27)
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Jesus tells us to proclaim His message from the rooftops, revealing to the world the kingdom of God and its ways. In this week's talk, we consider various creative ways to proclaim this good news for all creation!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #113 - Who is Jesus? (John 8:58)
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In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I AM'' several times, indicating to His audience who He is. In this talk, we examine some of these instances and their significance in understanding the identity of Jesus.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #112 - Do not Grow Weary of Doing Good (Galatians 6:9)
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The Bible encourages us to not grow weary in doing good. Amidst so much cruelty, apathy, and despair in the world, how can one remain resolute and hopeful, teaching and practicing the goodness of God? Find out in this talk. We apologize that the livestream cut off before the announcement of next week's talk and the closing prayer. Next week's talk …
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FNL #111 - How can we be the light of the world for people and animals? (Matthew 5:14-16)
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Jesus says we are the light of the world, and He tells us to shine our light brightly so that all can see. In this week's message, Craig discusses how we can be a light for people and also for animals.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #110 - The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12)
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Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount by declaring several blessings known as the Beatitudes. In this talk we examine each of these blessings and how they are relevant to our stewardship of God's created world.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #109 - Discerning Between True and Counterfeit Unity with God (John 17:23)
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The world offers various counterfeit forms of unity with God. Is there a true form of unity with God? How can it be distinguished from the counterfeit versions? In this week's talk, we examine what the Bible says about this important topic!Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #108 - Ask the Animals (Job 12:7)
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Did animals speak at one time? Can we communicate with animals today? What can we learn from animals? In this week's talk, we consider what the Bible says on this topic.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #107 - Are you coveting products of animal cruelty? (Exodus 20:7)
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What does it mean to covet? What does the Bible say about coveting? What bearing should this understanding have on our lifestyle choices that impact animals? Join us as we consider these questions! In this talk, Craig goes over the topic of coveting, as it relates to animal cruelty, based on Exodus 20:7.…
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FNL #106 - Does anthropocentrism hinder us from correctly understanding Scripture? (Matt 5:8)
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Anthropocentrism (human-centered thinking) focuses on ourselves. Theocentrism (God-centered thinking) focuses on God. Is human pride and vanity hindering us from understanding the Bible from the correct perspective? In this talk, Craig discusses anthropocentrism, based on Matthew 5:8.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 105 - Are we underestimating the love of Christ? (Ephesians 3:18)
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Professing Christians often claim that God's love is for humans only and does not also extend to animals. Is this true? Or does this view underestimate God's love? In this talk, Craig examines what the Bible says about the depths of God's love and how it extends to all of His creation.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 104 - Be Merciful (Luke 6:36)
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Jesus says to be merciful, just as our Father is merciful. In this talk we examine what the Bible says about God's mercy and the various ways we are instructed to reflect God's mercy, toward people and animals.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL # 103 - Overcoming Despair and Misanthropy (Hebrews 11:1)
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Veganism is often filled with despair over the condition of animal suffering in the world. This despair often gives rise to misanthropy due to humans being the primary culprit in causing animal suffering. Can these feelings of despair and misanthropy be overcome? Christ provides the good news and the hope that love has the victory! In this week's l…
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FNL #102: Do you have the Kingdom of God in you? (Luke 17:21)
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Jesus taught His disciples to look not only outside but also within for the kingdom of God. Scripture says that in the kingdom there is no killing and that we are designed to be stewards of that kingdom in God's image. Are you living proof that the kingdom of God is in you? In this talk, Craig discusses the topic 'Do you have the Kingdom of God in …
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FNL #101 - You will know a tree by its fruit (Matthew 7:16)
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Jesus says a tree is known by its fruit. Are we a living tree, bearing the fruit of the Spirit, or are we a dead tree bearing bad fruit or no fruit at all? What about when it comes to animals? What kind of fruit are we bearing in our attitude toward animals? In this talk Craig discusses the topic 'You will know a tree by its fruit' based on Matthew…
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FNL #100 - How to Pray for Animals (Matthew 6:9)
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Prayer, when rightly done, can be powerful in changing the world. Does it matter who we pray to and how we pray? How can we pray for animals, ourselves, and the world around us? In this talk Craig discusses the topic of prayer, based on Matthew 6:9.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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FNL #99 - The 4 Woes Declared by Jesus (Luke 6:24-26)
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In the Sermon on the Plain, Jesus declares four blessings and four corresponding woes. In this message Craig explores why Jesus declared these four woes, and how each relates to eating animal flesh.Door CREATION CARE CHURCH
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