SPF 239: When Christians are Superstitious

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SPF 239: When Christians are Superstitious

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May 18, 2023

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What are some superstitions Christians practice? What is the motivation behind being superstitious and what is the biblical response? Today my husband, Andy, joins me on the podcast to talk about Christians and the object of their worship. Show Notes: sheprovesfaithful.com/podcast/episode239 Support $5 a Month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithful Support through Earthley Wellness Products: https://earthley.com/ref/lauren.hlushak/?campaign=SPF

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May 18, 2023

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SPF 239: When Christians are Superstitious

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