Recently, Christian author and radio host Nancy Leigh DeMoss Wolgemuth made an interesting observation. She stated the American church used to be treated like the home team. The home team is cheered. The home team feels comfortable where it is based out of. The home team is surrounded by friends. The home team is supported […]
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