Welcome to the Propel Podcast, inspiration and innovation to grow your church, hosted by Larry Witzel. If God has given you big dreams for growing His Kingdom, this podcast is for you. Our goal is to offer practical training for effective evangelism in the Seventh-day Adventist ministry context, but we know the principles we talk about here are applicable in many other churches, as well. So, wherever you’re doing ministry, welcome to the Propel Podcast! The Propel Church Growth Conference is ...
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To learn more about Prabhuji, please visit: https://www.prabhuji.net/Prabhuji Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MysticAvadhuta/ Store: https://prabhujisgifts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Prabhuji108 Books: https://prabhujisgifts.com/collections/books David, Ben Yosef, Har-Zion, who writes under the pen name Prabhuji, is a writer and avadhūta mystic. In 2011, he chose to retire from society and lead a silent and contemplative life as a hermit. He spends his days in solitude, writi ...
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Gospel Light Society is a global ministry that seeks to present the Gospel to all people, in every language, around the world, over the internet. People all over the world need to hear about the love, peace, and joy that only comes through Jesus Christ. For many people, they are not free to practice their Christian beliefs in their country. For others, they do not feel comfortable in a public place of worship. Because of this, millions of people search for God on the internet. In many langua ...
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In this episode, Dr. Roger Walter shares powerful stories of evangelism. He explains the importance of building relationships, community service, and proclaiming the Adventist message to effectively catch and keep new members in the church. Dr. Walter also introduces the Evangelism Pyramid, which outlines the steps necessary for successful outreach…
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April Burville - VBS Children’s Church & Discipling Children
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April Burville highlights the importance of volunteering and community involvement in children's ministry. She shares insights on heart-driven programs, the differences between children's church and vacation Bible school, and the importance of planning and budgeting. April also discusses strategies for recruiting volunteers, promoting children's pr…
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D.W. West - What to do With a Sinking Ship
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D.W. West shares strategies for revitalizing churches through effective evangelism and relationship-building. He emphasizes the need for a new church DNA focused on prayer, outreach, and an evangelistic lifestyle, detailing an evangelism cycle that equips and empowers members for lasting growth and revitalization. Episode Sponsor: Pacific Press The…
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Daniel Hall - The Compassion Project
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Pastor Daniel Hall shares his experiences with the Compassion Project, highlighting an innovative approach to evangelism that combines service with meeting needs and building relationships. Pastor Hall emphasizes the importance of working with children as a key part of outreach efforts, using social media advertising, and removing religious barrier…
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Cesar Gonzalez - How to do Evangelism and Have Your Community Pay for it
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Cesar Gonzalez shares how your community can fund evangelism, emphasizing the importance of building relationships, focusing on community needs, and being open about the church's mission. Cesar talks about serving communities, building trust with local leaders, and leveraging church resources. He encourages seeking financial support and highlights …
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Hiram Rester - Top 10 Reasons Preachers Can’t Get Decisions
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Join Hiram Rester as he explains why pastors often don’t get decisions. He highlights believing in your message, preaching passionately, and asking for decisions. Hiram shares the importance of decision-making in evangelistic meetings, sharing his experiences and emphasizing frequent appeals, effective follow-up, and visiting. He draws parallels be…
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D.W. West - Tell Somebody About Jesus
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In this episode, Pastor D.W. West shares his journey in evangelism and church planting, revealing the power of building genuine relationships and staying faithful to God's call. Discover inspiring stories of transformed lives and learn practical steps for reaching people in today's culture. Episode Sponsor: Adventist Information Ministry The Propel…
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Byron Corbett - Shifting Church Culture for Evangelism
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In this episode, Byron Corbett explains that most Seventh-day Adventist churches in North America are plateaued or declining in members, often due to a lack of focus on reaching the lost. Byron highlights the need for church leaders to prioritize soul-winning and create a culture of evangelism. He emphasizes planning reaping series well in advance,…
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David Klinedinst - Utilizing the forecasting Hope Evangelism Series Builder and How to Get Decisions and Make Appeals
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In this presentation, David Kliedinst gives a deep dive into the effectiveness of the Forecasting Hope series builder. This comprehensive evangelism package includes 21 Christ-centered messages and resources for conducting a successful evangelistic series. The goal of the package is to help churches engage with their communities and make meaningful…
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G.L.S.Int'l 60 days Of Praying Fasting Bible Reading And Preaching The Gospel #197 Daniel Whyte III
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DANIEL WHYTE III WAS HONORED BY BEING NAMED ONE OF THE 17 MOST NOTABLE ALUMNI IN THE HISTORY OF THE 134-YEAR-OLD TEXAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY, FORT WORTH, TEXAS, AND ONE OF THE 69 MOST NOTABLE ALUMNI IN THE HISTORY OF THE 53-YEAR-OLD LIBERTY UNIVERSITY, LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA.DANIEL WHYTE III WAS ALSO HONORED TO SIT WITH PRESIDENTS AND WORLD LEADERS BY B…
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Hiram Rester - Proven Tools for Effective Evangelism
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In this presentation, Hiram Rester uses the metaphor of grafting fruit trees to emphasize effective evangelism strategies, including starting with proven series, using public halls, and adapting visitation methods like phone calls and texts. He highlights the importance of delivering comprehensive messages, encouraging personal Bible reading, and a…
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Jose Saint Phard - The Harvest is Ready: Awakening to the Urgency of Evangelism
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Join Pastor Jose St. Phard as he talks about how we can help make God known with this urgent opportunity in evangelism. Discover why sharing the good news of Jesus Christ is about working with God to show His love to others. Pastor Jose explains the importance of simple, clear ideas and following Jesus’ way of making disciples. Find out how to trus…
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Dr. Jason Canfield - Generational Intelligence for Evangelism and Retention
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Join Dr. Jason Canfield as he explains how to connect with every generation in your church. He shares key ways to tailor biblical teachings to resonate with each age group and create strong bonds between different generations. Learn how to understand and respect different giving habits and worship styles. This helps build community and mutual under…
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Cyndi Keiser - Decisions for Christ
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The conversation focuses on the importance of helping others come to Christ and the role of training and understanding human nature in effective evangelism. It emphasizes the need for clear communication, building relationships, and creating a positive and accepting environment. The speaker shares personal experiences and recommends resources for f…
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Cyndi Keiser - Jesus the Master Soul Winner
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This is the second of three episodes featuring Cyndi Keiser. This presentation focuses on the importance of studying the life of Jesus and following His example in ministry. It emphasizes the need for comprehensive education and the value of reading books. Cyndi also highlights the significance of self-sacrifice, patience, and cheerfulness in minis…
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Cyndi Keiser - The Science of Winning Souls
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This is the first of three episodes featuring Cyndi Keiser. In this presentation, Cyndi emphasizes the importance of helping others come to Christ through training and understanding human nature. Cyndi shares personal experiences and resources for growth in evangelism and addresses that not everyone will accept it, but ultimately God is in control.…
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Larry Witzel - The Digital Transformation of Ministry
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In this presentation, Larry Witzel covers his experience of being in the Soviet Union during its breakup. He also explains the impact of our digital transformation on society and the potential of YouTube advertising for building parasocial relationships. Tune in to learn how you can adapt and grow your church in our digital era. Episode sponsor: eA…
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Dr. Roscoe Shields Jr. - Revitalizing Church Growth with Christ’s Methods Online
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In this presentation, Dr. Rosco Shields Jr. tells his journey as a Seventh-day Adventist pastor in revolutionizing digital evangelism. From building a digital marketing company to adapting to the challenges of COVID-19. He emphasizes the importance of genuine care, personal engagement, and high-touch digital interactions. Episode sponsor: Adventist…
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Alex Portillo - Evangelism Advertising in a Digital Space
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Alex Portillo shares his experience as a pastor using YouTube advertising for evangelism, including his strategy, results, and insights. Alex also covers the importance of organic reach and understanding online culture. He further shares the value of creating content that resonates with both Christians and non-Christians. If you want to get started…
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Dr. Hiram Rester - How we got 1 Million+ Video Views
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Dr. Hiram Rester discusses using video ads on social media for evangelistic outreach. He explores their impact, cost, and effectiveness, highlighting audience demographic shifts and future growth potential. Hiram also shares his experiences with community engagement and the positive effects of digital outreach on local church attendance. If you're …
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Brent Hardinge & Marshall McKenzie - Digging Deeper in a Digital World
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This presentation features Brent Hardinge & Marshall McKenzie as they discuss digital evangelism and its impact on reaching and connecting with individuals in the community. They explore the importance of digital resources, engaging with seekers, and transitioning from community interest to church contact. They emphasize the importance of listening…
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In this talk, Dr. Wilson encourages us to dream big in evangelism, inspired by the life and ministry of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. God is still looking for dreamers who are determined to please Him and accept His mission. Dr. Wilson talks about the qualities of a dreamer and how they can fulfill their purpose in life. He emphasizes that if you’re a…
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Cesar Gonzalez - Evangelizing Your Members
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In this presentation, Cesar focuses on Mark chapter 8 and the theme of being versus doing in church culture. He emphasizes the importance of understanding who God wants us to be rather than solely focusing on what we should do. He encourages pastors to protect their churches from toxicity and to lead with humility and love. And he concludes by emph…
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Destoy in order to build - the art of Socrates
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Prabhuji talks about the method of teaching of Socrates, the dialectica, and how it relates to the master-disciple relationship. "...Because Socrates understood that the main enemy of wisdom is to think that you know...."By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic
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Larry Witzel - The Power of Asking Boldly
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This episode shares the final presentation from the 2023 Propel Conference, where Larry Witzel unpacks Matthew 7:7-8. That’s Jesus’s statement from the Sermon on the Mount about asking, seeking, and knocking. Larry talks about how asking—persistently and with faith—can lead to remarkable outcomes in your personal life, in your church, in your caree…
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Dr. Roger Walter - Putting It All Together
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In this episode, Dr. Walter talks about the transformative power of evangelism and the strategic approach to church growth through prayer, team-building, and effective community outreach. Highlighting the impact of traditional evangelistic series on community engagement and church growth, Roger challenges us to prioritize action over personal prefe…
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Prabhuji answers the question: "Prabhuji, I find it very difficult to recognize consciousness, and I often feel frustrated and even depressed because I feel that my efforts are in vain. Could you please give me some advice?"By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic
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Prabhuji answers the question: "For many years now I have been searching for the self. But although sometimes it seems to me that I have realized it, then it escapes. And I remain the same. The search makes me a nervous and even frustrated seeker. I don't feel that the search for the self brings me happiness. What advice could you give me?"…
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In this presentation, Richie dives into the transformative lessons of Luke 5:1-6. He talks about how Jesus' miraculous catch of fish not only reveals His power but also teaches us about faith, perseverance, and the readiness to respond to His call, even when all seems lost. Richie unpacks how this ancient story echoes in our lives today, inspiring …
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Cindy Chamberlin-Eastwood & Ted Vanderlaan: Making Church a Safe Place
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In this presentation, Cindy Chamberlin-Eastwood and Ted Vanderlaan discuss the importance of addressing clergy sexual abuse within the church and the need for prevention and education. They share their experiences with The Hope of Survivors, an advocacy and education group for victims and families of clergy sexual abuse. They discuss the challenges…
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Tim Taylor: Reclaiming Missing Members
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Our speaker for this episode is Pastor Tim Taylor, director of outreach ministries for the Oregon Conference. In his presentation, Tim talks about the startling reality of missing members and the need to close the back door. He shares how to build a team and how to coordinate the team’s working using interest tracking software. He also discusses ho…
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Our speaker for this podcast episode once again is Dr. Sherri Uhrig, the Children’s Ministries Director for the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists. She has a lifetime of experience in serving families and helping children develop faith. In this presentation, Dr. Uhrig talks about children’s evangelism and the importance of saying yes…
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Sherri Uhrig: Nurturing Faith in Children
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In this presentation from the 2023 Propel Conference, Dr. Sherri Uhrig, the Children’s Ministries Director for the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists, explores the importance of nurturing children's faith and the power of relationships in this process. She talks about the importance of teaching children to be theologians with an unde…
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Calvin Watkins Sr.: The Radical from Galilee
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In this presentation from Tuesday night's main session at the 2023 Propel Conference, NAD Vice President Calvin Watkins Sr. emphasizes the importance of evangelism and being radical in faith. He reflects on his own time doing evangelism and reminds us of radicals from history, like Martin Luther, Harriet Tubman, and Ellen White. He points us to Jes…
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Charles Byrd: Thunder in the Holy Land
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In this presentation from the 2023 Propel Conference, Pastor Charles Byrd talks about the reasons why church members don’t give Bible studies, and emphasizes the importance of sharing one’s faith for personal spiritual growth. He also introduces Thunder in the Holy Land, a video Bible study series effective at growing personal faith and sharing fai…
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The Day Jesus Christ Was Dishonored & Disrespected by Family & Community (pt 21) Daniel Whyte III
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The Day Jesus Christ the Son of God Was Dishonored and Disrespected by His Family and Community (Part 21) in the Just Jesus Evangelistic Campaign #2423 Matthew 10:32-42 / Mark 6:1-4 with Daniel Whyte III, President of Gospel Light Society International, Pastor of Gospel Light House of Prayer International "Crying in the Wilderness," "Exiled on the …
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In this presentation from the 2023 Propel Conference, Dr. Stan Hudson talks about the significance of viewing scientific data through the lens of a biblical worldview. He discusses various scientific concepts and controversies, such as the challenges to Darwin’s theories, the complexity of life, and recent discoveries contradicting the Big Bang the…
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Gospel Light House of Prayer Communion Service December 3, 2023 with Daniel Whyte III
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Gospel Light House of Prayer International Communion Service December 3, 2023, I Corinthians 11:23-34, with Daniel Whyte III, President of Gospel Light Society International, "Crying in the Wilderness," "Exiled on the Isle of Patmos," and "Preaching the Gospel by any Means Necessary."By Daniel Whyte III
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David Klinedinst: Preaching Christ in the Doctrines
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In this presentation from the evangelistic innovation track at the 2023 Propel Conference, David Klinedinst delivers insights into keeping Christ at the center of evangelism while retaining the distinctive Adventist message. He emphasizes the importance of presenting various doctrinal topics in a way that highlights Jesus' teachings and love. He al…
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Prabhuji answers the question: "I am not a person of faith. I would like you to give me a definition or a logic concept of what is God."By Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic
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What makes an effective church website? This talk by Larry Witzel, in the Evangelistic Innovation track of the 2023 Propel Conference, is all about how to turn your church website into an evangelistic engine. He shares some reasons why that’s important, reveals some key things that every church website needs to be effective as an outreach site, rep…
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Dr. Roscoe Shields Jr.: Leadership & Discipleship
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In the first presentation from Monday night's main session of the 2023 Propel Conference, Dr. Roscoe Shields Jr. talks about self-control, looking at Galatians 5. In our spiritual lives, we often face situations that require self-control and focus to overcome. Self-control is one of the fruits of the Spirit, and with that power of the Holy Spirit, …
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Whyte House Chronological Reading of the Bible (Joel 2) with Daniel Whyte III
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Whyte House Chronological Reading of the Bible (Joel 2) in the Standing Between the Living and the Dead Prayer Devotional Memorial Family Evangelistic Services with Daniel Whyte III, President of Gospel Light Society InternationalBy Daniel Whyte III
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Gospel Light House of Prayer Prayer Service with Daniel Whyte III
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Gospel Light House of Prayer Prayer Service with Daniel Whyte III, Pastor of Gospel Light House of Prayer International, President of Gospel Light Society InternationalBy Daniel Whyte III
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Understanding Anti-Semitism (Part 4) with Daniel Whyte III
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Understanding Anti-Semitism (Part 4) with Daniel Whyte III, President of Gospel Light Society InternationalBy Daniel Whyte III
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The Prayer God Will Refuse to Answer For Every Child of God (Part 14) with Daniel Whyte III
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The Prayer God Will Refuse to Answer For Every Child of God (Part 14) 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 with Daniel Whyte III, Pastor of Gospel Light House of Prayer International Prayer Service -- President of Gospel Light Society InternationalBy Daniel Whyte III
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Gospel Light House of Prayer Prayer Service with Daniel Whyte III
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Gospel Light House of Prayer Prayer Service with Daniel Whyte III, President of Gospel Light Society International, from the wilderness and from the Isle of PatmosBy Daniel Whyte III
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The Whyte House Chronological Reading of the Bible with Daniel Whyte III
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The Whyte House Chronological Reading of the Bible with Daniel Whyte III Joel 1 in the Standing Between the Living and the Dead Prayer Devotional, Memorial, Family, Evangelistic Service with Daniel Whyte IIIBy Daniel Whyte III
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