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Some things look “stupid” to the world… until God uses them to change everything. If you’ve been holding back because you need everything to make sense, this will call you to trust what God promised and practice gratitude in the hard place.

If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr

Scripture References:
Genesis 28, verses 13-22
Matthew 21, verse 42

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If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr

Scripture References:
Genesis 28, verses 13-22
Matthew 21, verse 42