‘In Christ Alone’ - the meaning behind the popular worship song
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Derek Walker2021-07-06T11:52:00
The writing of the classic hymn 'In Christ Alone’ by Stuart Townend and Keith Getty shows how teamwork and grabbing the moment can change lives
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