Best Charles River Church Podcasts (2024)

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: The Fire - S05E07 38:47

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Send us a text S05E07: The Fire Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta Fire catches attention, whether as a burning bush which is not being consumed, Nebuchadnezzar's furnace or a rocket hurtling into space. We always react to fire either fearfully or with admiration and awe. The benefits of fire to mankind are endless, we h…

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Faith and Struggle, September 15th, 2024 1:08:31

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The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill (Dean of the Chapel) preaches a sermon entitled "Faith and Struggle". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Quam pulchri sunt" by Tomás Luis de Victoria, and "O quam amabilis es, Op. 71" by Pierre Villette .By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: Rain Drops - S05E06 43:01

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Send us a text S05E06: Rain Drops Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The importance of rain to life on earth is undeniable. However, the rain can also have deadly consequences depending on how we relate to it. In the Scriptures, God similarly uses the rain to show his favor and illustrate the outpouring of the Holy Spiri…

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Say YES to the free T-shirt, September 8th, 2024 1:07:40

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Jonathan Byung Hoon Lee, MDiv (Associate Chaplain for Student Outreach) preaches a sermon entitled "Say YES to the free T-shirt". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Jesus, I Adore Thee" by Stephen Caracciolo, and "We shall walk through the valley in peace" Nun Danket; arr. by John Rutter.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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God's Big Backyard : The Ant 54:22

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- We are a people; there are no loners in an ant colony- We are a team; everyone carries something- They save up in the summer for the winterBy Pastor Kevin Burns

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Living With Intention: Beyond Expertise: The Power of Questions (9.1.24, Amelia Cunard) 25:16

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Living With Intention: Beyond Expertise: The Power of Questions (9.1.24, Amelia Cunard) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: The Rivers - S05E05 39:30

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Send us a text S05E05: The Rivers Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta Rivers have influenced the development of human societies, and still do, such as the Nile, Danube, Thames and many others. They awe us with their power, resilience, and ability to sustain all kinds of life on the planet. It is therefore not a coincidenc…

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Communion Meditation (Matriculation Sunday Worship), September 1st, 2024 1:09:54

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The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill (Dean of the Chapel) preaches a sermon entitled "Communion Meditation". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Os justi meditabitur" by Anton Bruckner, "This little light of mine" arranged by Moses Hogan, and "A New Song" by James MacMillan.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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God's Big Backyard : The Snake 53:26

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Characteristics of snakes:1. Patient2. Camouflage3. They live ready4. They are not intimidated by size5. Don't be poisonousBy Pastor Kevin Burns

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: The Dew - S05E04 37:40

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Send us a text S05E03: The Dew Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The dew is important for the survival of life forms on earth, especially in the arid regions where rainfall is scanty and water is scarce. The dew is so important that when Elijah pronounced a judgement on Israel because of the wickedness of King Ahab and …

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Living With Intention: Welcome/Be Like The Children (8.25.24, Alison Noll) 19:41

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Living With Intention: Welcome/Be Like The Children (8.25.24, Alison Noll) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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A Summer Look to the Future, August 25th, 2024 1:05:47

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The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill (Dean of the Chapel) preaches a sermon entitled "A Summer Look to the Future". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Expectans expectavi" by G. P. da Palestrina, and "Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen" by Johannes Brahms.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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God's Big Backyard: The Donkey 46:43

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-Be a donkey...be resilient be consistent-Jesus started on a donkey but He will end on a horse-It's the donkeys in life that get you where you need to beBy Pastor Kevin Burns

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Living With Intention: When Should I Do What's Best For Me? (8.18.24, Maddie Abbott) 31:25

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Living With Intention: When Should I Do What's Best For Me? (8.18.24, Maddie Abbott) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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God's Big Backyard : The Raven 49:00

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-You can't walk in the Spirit and feed the flesh-There is no newness when you are following and feeding on the past-Hurts, fears, wounds, hardships, leave them with the raven's. Turn and follow the dove and see just what God has for you.By Pastor Kevin Burns

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: The Oil - S05E03 40:17

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Send us a text S05E03: The Oil Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The Anointing Oil is used widely in the Church, and rightly so because the Church embraces the connection between the Holy Spirit, Anointing, and the Anointing Oil. However, there are strict guidelines governing the Anointing Oil in its first appearance in…

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Blessing a Future, August 18th, 2024 1:13:08

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The Rev. Ted Crass (President, The United Methodist Foundation of New England) preaches a sermon entitled "Blessing a Future". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Ich bin das Brot des Lebens" by Wolfram Buchenberg.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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Emblems of the Holy Spirit: The Dove - S05E02 35:20

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Send us a text S05E02: The Dove Series: Emblems of the Holy Spirit Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The Holy Spirit is a person. A person, who as the third person in the trinity is responsible for the regeneration of the sinner, leading the believer into the will and purposes of God, and transforming the believer into the image of Christ. While many bel…

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An Act of Love, August 11th, 2024 1:05:55

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The Rev. Dr. Karen Coleman (University Chaplain for Episcopal Ministry) preaches a sermon entitled "An Act of Love". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "In te speravi" by G. P. da Palestrina, and "Ego sum pains vivus" by William Byrd.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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I'm A Witness 33:08

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-We weren't called to be believers, we were called to be followers-There are people on the narrow path that you will have to rely on-God is constantly pursuing youBy Mike Williams

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Living With Intention: Nature-The Forgotten Story of Survival (8.4.24, Amelia Cunard) 24:46

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Living With Intention: Nature-The Forgotten Story of Survival (8.4.24, Amelia Cunard) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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The Foundational Truths of the Church - S05E01 42:37

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Send us a text S05E01: Lessons from the life of Rebekah Series: Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta David the psalmist posed a question which echoes down the generations when he wrote, 'If the foundations are destroyed, what shall the righteous do? Foundations support everything standing on them and also define what can be built on them. The church is buil…

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Communion Meditation: The Food That Endures For Eternal Life, August 4th, 2024 1:06:30

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The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill (Dean of the Chapel) preaches a sermon entitled "Communion Meditation: The Food That Endures For Eternal Life". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Precatus est Moyses (Ex. 32:11, 13–14)" by G. P. da Palestrina, and "It is enough & Lift thine eyes (from Elijah)" by Felix Mendelssohn.…

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Everything Can Change 49:25

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-God is able-Instead of praying "God change this".... say "God change me"-An idol is anything you sacrifice forBy Pastor Kevin Burns

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Living With Intention: Grit or Quit? (7.14.24, Amelia Cunard) 27:36

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Living With Intention: Grit or Quit? (7.14.24, Amelia Cunard) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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Living With Intention: Tragic Optimism (7.28.24, Alison Noll) 22:14

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Living With Intention: Tragic Optimism (7.28.24, Alison Noll) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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The Role of Women in Paul's Ministry - S04E26 43:23

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Send us a text S04E26: The Role of Women in Paul's Ministry Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The Church, the body of Christ is divided over the role of women in Ministry and Leadership. This division in the body of Christ is based largely on the content of two passages of scripture from a letter the Apostle Paul wrote to…

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We’re in This Together, July 28th, 2024 1:07:27

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The Reverend Andrew Kimble (Director of Online Lifelong Learning Associate Director of Alumni & Donor Relations, Associate Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Boston University School of Theology) preaches a sermon entitled "We’re in This Together". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Exaltabo te Domine" by G. P. da Palestrina, and "My God, I…

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Youth Takeover 2024 46:01

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The River's Youth attended DYC this past week. Hear about their experience with God and how He changed their lives.By Youth Takeover

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Control of Bodies And The Body of Christ (7.21.24, Steve Watson) 35:44

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Control of Bodies And The Body of Christ (7.21.24, Steve Watson) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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Lessons from the life of Rebekah - S04E24 45:12

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Send us a text S0424: Lessons from the life of Rebekah Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta Rebekah's world was dramatically changed by a 'chance' encounter with a perfect stranger. However, the outcome of that encounter was only possible because of who Rebekah was as a person. What was it about Rebekah that made God promote…

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Together, as a Dwelling Place, July 21st, 2024 1:07:19

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The Reverend Dr. Philip Amerson (President Emeritus Garrett–Evangelical Theological Seminary Evanston, Illinois) preaches a sermon entitled "Together, as a Dwelling Place". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Justitiae Domini" by G. P. da Palestrina, and "Dear Lord and Father of mankind" by C. Hubert H. Parry.…

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The Spirit Is Willing But The Flesh Is Weak 55:16

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-Why be faithful to the unfaithful and be unfaithful to the faithful-Don't focus on what you can't do focus on what you will have-God will use what he walked you through to conquer the enemyBy Pastor Kevin Burns

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Lessons from the life of Rahab - S04E25 39:25

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Send us a text S04E25: Lessons from the life of Rahab Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta She lived in Jericho, a city in the crosshairs of God's judgement, a judgement which has been 400 years in waiting. When God's judgement finally came on Jericho, Rahab knew to say and do all the right things. Her actions saved her life…

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From Where Do We Stand?, July 14th, 2024 1:11:17

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Jonathan Byung Hoon Lee, MDiv (Associate Chaplain for Student Outreach) preaches a sermon entitled "From Where Do We Stand?". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Lift up your heads, O ye gates" by John Amner, and "Beati quorum via, Op. 38, No. 3" by C. V. Stanford.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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Living With Intention: Finding Stillness In A Busy World (7.7.24, Alison Noll) 23:12

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Living With Intention: Finding Stillness In A Busy World (7.7.24, Alison Noll) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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Lessons from the Life of Ruth - S04E23 37:39

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Send us a text S0423: Lessons from the Life of Ruth Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta She was a childless young widow with a devastating personal and family story. But Ruth did not let her past be her final destination. She consistently chose to do the right even at great personal cost and God recognized that. What are so…

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Facing Rejection, July 7th, 2024 1:06:00

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The Rev. Dr. Jessica Chicka preaches a sermon entitled "Facing Rejection". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Populum humilem" by G. P. da Palestrin , and "O for a closer walk with God" by C. V. Stanford.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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God Only Needs One 53:59

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By Pastor Kevin Burns

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Creating Space For All To Thrive: Fruits Of Agape (6.30.24, Charles Park) 29:24

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Creating Space For All To Thrive: Fruits Of Agape (6.30.24, Charles Park) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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Lessons from the Life of Tamar - S04E22 41:17

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Send us a text S0422: Lessons from the Life of Tamar Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta Judah means praise or praised, but for most part of his adult life, Judah the fourth son of Jacob or Israel was anything but praiseworthy. His life was spiraling downwards until he was forced to confront himself when he crossed paths wi…

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For Thine Is...the Power, June 30th, 2024 1:08:35

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The Rev. Dr. William B. Lawrence preaches a sermon entitled "For Thine Is...the Power". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "The eyes of all wait upon thee" by Jean Berger , and "Sicut in holocaustis" by G. P. da Palestrina.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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God Is In Show Business 45:46

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-God has things prepared for us-You will not find them with our natural senses, you need the help from the Holy Spirit-The #1 way the Holy Spirit will lead you is with "yes" or "no"By Pastor Kevin Burns

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Creating Space For All To Thrive: Chosen Family (6.23.24, Maddie Abbott) 26:24

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Creating Space For All To Thrive: Chosen Family (6.23.24, Maddie Abbott) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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The Role of Women In Jesus's Ministry - S04E21 36:23

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Send us a text S0421: The Role of Women In the Jesus's Ministry Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta The body of Christ is divided over the role of women in the work of ministry, but God has no such problem. Actually, God has had women in His plans before the foundation of the world. Since Jesus is the Lamb slain before the …

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A Look to the Future, June 23rd, 2024 1:00:39

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The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill preaches a sermon entitled "A Look to the Future". The Marsh Chapel Choir performs "Almighty and everlasting God" by Orlando Gibbons, and "Perfice gressus meos" by G. P. da Palestrina.By Marsh Chapel, Boston University, The Rev. Dr. Robert Allan Hill, Dean

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The Holy Spirit Is A Genius 54:17

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#1 He is a genius#2 He has expertise in protocol and procedure#3 He has persuasive speaking abilityBy Pastor Mark Hankins

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Being Filled With The Holy Spirit 57:48

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Pastor Trina Hankins -The Holy Spirit speaks God's language but in a way for you to receive it-The glory of God is working in your body when you pray in the Holy Ghost-The Holy Spirit is our HelperBy Pastor Trina Hankins

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Creating Space For All To Thrive:Navigating The Difference Together (6.16.24, Alison Noll) 31:10

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Creating Space For All To Thrive:Navigating The Difference Together (6.16.24, Alison Noll) by River NYC SermonsBy River NYC Sermons

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I am a girl, a woman and in God's plan - S04E20 41:40

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Send us a text S0420: I am a girl, a woman and in God's plan, not an afterthought Series: The Female In God's Plan Host: Rev. Dr. Charles Zuta Does the world fundamentally misunderstand women? Are women an afterthought of God's plan for mankind? Unfortunately, many cultures and religions seem to think so. They don't only believe this and other myth…

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