Waiting for a miracle: Lessons in perseverance from Christians still praying for breakthrough
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Claire Musters2021-07-29T14:55:00
The past 18 months have been characterised by waiting for restrictions to end. Hopes were dashed when lockdowns were extended or reintroduced, often at short notice. Waiting has been painful for many, but Claire Musters believes there are lessons God wants to teach us in this time
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