Part 17

When Close Is Not Enough

December 29, 2019
31:49
Isaac Johnson
Isaac Johnson
Part 17 of the third "Gospel of Mark" series. Mark 12:28-34. This is a sermon about the reason behind why we do the things that we do. Is it for our happiness or for holiness?
Scripture
  • Mark 12:15
  • Deuteronomy 6:4-5
  • Mark 12:28-34
  • Matthew 7:21-23

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