Would You Like To Read a Christian Classic With Me?

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It’s time, once again, to read a Christian classic together. Over the years I’ve often asked people like you to join me in reading some of the best Christian books ever written. And I’ve got a hankering to do it again. Why don’t you watch this short introductory video and see if you would like to read along.

You can purchase Holy Helps for a Godly Life on Amazon, or at Westminster Books. Buy it ASAP, read the introductory matter and first three chapters by June 7, and check back here for some discussion.

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