PODCAST · religion
Making Your Life Count
by Cru
Inspiring stories, bite-sized for impact. Each episode showcases real people making a difference, proving that small actions can create big change. Tune in for your daily dose of motivation and practical ways to leave your mark on the world for Jesus.
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Healing Begins with Honesty - Grace from Max + Grace (1 min)
Grace from Max + Grace discovered that when she stopped hiding her pain and chose vulnerability, God used her story to bring hope and healing to others. What felt deeply personal became a reminder that no one has to struggle alone. Hear how honesty, community, and taking one small step can begin the journey toward healing on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Healing Begins with Honesty - Grace from Max + Grace (2 min)
Grace from Max + Grace discovered that when she stopped hiding her pain and chose vulnerability, God used her story to bring hope and healing to others. What felt deeply personal became a reminder that no one has to struggle alone. Hear how honesty, community, and taking one small step can begin the journey toward healing on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Transformed from the Inside Out - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
Mark Gauthier reminds us that Jesus did not come to simply improve our lives. He came to transform them. Real change begins when we surrender our hearts to Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to shape us from the inside out. Discover how a daily walk with God leads to lasting transformation and a life that reflects Jesus to those around you on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Transformed from the Inside Out - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
Mark Gauthier reminds us that Jesus did not come to simply improve our lives. He came to transform them. Real change begins when we surrender our hearts to Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to shape us from the inside out. Discover how a daily walk with God leads to lasting transformation and a life that reflects Jesus to those around you on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Compassion Changes Everything - Tim Barker (1 min)
Tim Barker learned that one of the best ways to move through your own pain is to care for someone else's. After losing everything, God gave him a new heart for people, replacing self-focus with compassion, empathy, and genuine care. Discover how serving others can transform your perspective and become part of God's healing work in your own life on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Compassion Changes Everything - Tim Barker (2 min)
Tim Barker learned that one of the best ways to move through your own pain is to care for someone else's. After losing everything, God gave him a new heart for people, replacing self-focus with compassion, empathy, and genuine care. Discover how serving others can transform your perspective and become part of God's healing work in your own life on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Your Story Is Enough - Jefte Villalta (1 min)
Jefte Villalta says you do not need a title, special training, or a dramatic testimony to share your faith. If Jesus has changed your life, you already have a story worth telling. Discover how God can use your everyday experiences to point others to Christ and why every believer is called to share the hope they've found on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Your Story Is Enough - Jefte Villalta (2 min)
Jefte Villalta says you do not need a title, special training, or a dramatic testimony to share your faith. If Jesus has changed your life, you already have a story worth telling. Discover how God can use your everyday experiences to point others to Christ and why every believer is called to share the hope they've found on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Beautiful Story of Jesus - Glenn Packiam (1 min)
Glenn Packiam reminds us that the gospel is more than information. It is the beautiful story of a Savior who understands our pain, pursues us with love, and offers hope to a hurting world. Discover how listening well and sharing the true story of Jesus can open hearts and change lives on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Beautiful Story of Jesus - Glenn Packiam (2 min)
Glenn Packiam reminds us that the gospel is more than information. It is the beautiful story of a Savior who understands our pain, pursues us with love, and offers hope to a hurting world. Discover how listening well and sharing the true story of Jesus can open hearts and change lives on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Hope for a Broken World - Dr. Douglas (1 min)
Dr. Douglas Small believes our world is deeply divided, but that brokenness is also creating a unique opportunity for the gospel. As people search for hope, purpose, and truth, many are discovering that only Jesus Christ can satisfy the deepest needs of the human heart. Hear why today's challenges may be opening doors for spiritual renewal and why this is a time for believers to share the hope of Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Hope for a Broken World - Dr. Douglas (2 min)
Dr. Douglas Small believes our world is deeply divided, but that brokenness is also creating a unique opportunity for the gospel. As people search for hope, purpose, and truth, many are discovering that only Jesus Christ can satisfy the deepest needs of the human heart. Hear why today's challenges may be opening doors for spiritual renewal and why this is a time for believers to share the hope of Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Healing Begins with Being Heard - Dean Sikes (1 min)
Dean Sikes says unresolved pain never stays hidden. When we ignore our emotional wounds, they can shape our relationships, our families, and even future generations. But through Jesus Christ, brokenness does not have to be the end of the story. Discover why being seen, heard, and healed is so important, especially for today's young people, and how God can turn wounded lives into lives filled with hope on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Healing Begins with Being Heard - Dean Sikes (2 min)
Dean Sikes says unresolved pain never stays hidden. When we ignore our emotional wounds, they can shape our relationships, our families, and even future generations. But through Jesus Christ, brokenness does not have to be the end of the story. Discover why being seen, heard, and healed is so important, especially for today's young people, and how God can turn wounded lives into lives filled with hope on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Showing Up Matters - Tiffany Bluhm (1 min)
Tiffany Bluhm says healthy relationships are built through authenticity, vulnerability, and simply showing up for one another. Genuine connection grows when we choose to be present and love people where they are. Discover how small, intentional moments can strengthen your relationships and reflect the love of Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Showing Up Matters - Tiffany Bluhm (2 min)
Tiffany Bluhm says healthy relationships are built through authenticity, vulnerability, and simply showing up for one another. Genuine connection grows when we choose to be present and love people where they are. Discover how small, intentional moments can strengthen your relationships and reflect the love of Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Stop Looking Back - Benny DiChiara (1 min)
Benny DiChiara says one of the enemy's greatest tactics is keeping believers focused on their past instead of God's future. While Satan cannot take your salvation, he will try to distract you from the purpose God has for your life. Discover why God has given every believer a unique platform to make an eternal difference; and why your greatest impact begins when you stop looking back and start moving forward on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Stop Looking Back - Benny DiChiara (2 min)
Benny DiChiara says one of the enemy's greatest tactics is keeping believers focused on their past instead of God's future. While Satan cannot take your salvation, he will try to distract you from the purpose God has for your life. Discover why God has given every believer a unique platform to make an eternal difference; and why your greatest impact begins when you stop looking back and start moving forward on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Freedom That Lasts - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
Every Independence Day, we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as a nation. But Mark Gauthier reminds us that the greatest freedom is found in Jesus Christ. Through Him, we are set free from guilt, shame, fear, and the burden of trying to earn God's love. As you gather with family and friends this Fourth of July, discover how ordinary conversations can point others to the lasting hope and true freedom found in Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Freedom That Lasts - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
Every Independence Day, we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as a nation. But Mark Gauthier reminds us that the greatest freedom is found in Jesus Christ. Through Him, we are set free from guilt, shame, fear, and the burden of trying to earn God's love. As you gather with family and friends this Fourth of July, discover how ordinary conversations can point others to the lasting hope and true freedom found in Christ on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Power of Your Story - Rachel Faulkner Brown (1 min)
Rachel Faulkner Brown says your testimony is one of the most powerful ways God can bring healing and hope. When we stop hiding our past and honestly share what Christ has done in our lives, God uses our stories to encourage others and continue His healing work in us.Discover why your story matters and how God can use it to point others to Jesus on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Power of Your Story - Rachel Faulkner Brown (2 min)
Rachel Faulkner Brown says your testimony is one of the most powerful ways God can bring healing and hope. When we stop hiding our past and honestly share what Christ has done in our lives, God uses our stories to encourage others and continue His healing work in us.Discover why your story matters and how God can use it to point others to Jesus on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Known-Loved-Changed - Ahn Lee (1 min)
Ahn Lee never expected the most life-changing moment of his life to come in the middle of overwhelming anger. But in an instant, he experienced a profound sense of being fully known, deeply loved, and understood in a way that forever changed his heart. Hear Ahn's remarkable story of encountering God's love and discovering the peace that only Christ can give on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Known-Loved-Changed - Ahn Lee (2 min)
Ahn Lee never expected the most life-changing moment of his life to come in the middle of overwhelming anger. But in an instant, he experienced a profound sense of being fully known, deeply loved, and understood in a way that forever changed his heart. Hear Ahn's remarkable story of encountering God's love and discovering the peace that only Christ can give on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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A Friendship That Changes Everything - Ginny Owens (1 min)
Ginny Owens says the deeper we know Jesus, the more clearly we see life, relationships, and what truly matters. A growing friendship with Him helps us cut through the noise of the world and trust His voice instead. Ginny also shares how honest conversations with God, even in seasons of disappointment and unanswered questions, have strengthened her faith. Hear her story on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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A Friendship That Changes Everything - Ginny Owens (2 min)
Ginny Owens says the deeper we know Jesus, the more clearly we see life, relationships, and what truly matters. A growing friendship with Him helps us cut through the noise of the world and trust His voice instead. Ginny also shares how honest conversations with God, even in seasons of disappointment and unanswered questions, have strengthened her faith. Hear her story on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Meaning Found in Jesus - Louie Giglio (1 min)
Louie Giglio says our search for meaning points to something deeper. It points to someone. God has revealed Himself through history and most clearly through Jesus Christ. When we read the Gospels, we discover a God we can actually know. At the cross we see our true worth and purpose. God is not distant. He is a loving Father who meets our questions and invites us into relationship with Him. Hear more on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Meaning Found in Jesus - Louie Giglio (2 min)
Louie Giglio says our search for meaning points to something deeper. It points to someone. God has revealed Himself through history and most clearly through Jesus Christ. When we read the Gospels, we discover a God we can actually know. At the cross we see our true worth and purpose. God is not distant. He is a loving Father who meets our questions and invites us into relationship with Him. Hear more on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Power of Surrender - Gary Padgett (1 min)
Gary Padgett says spiritual growth is not about trying harder or achieving perfection. It begins with brokenness, recognizing our need for a Savior, and daily surrendering to God's work in our lives. Discover why the gospel is not something we move beyond, but something we grow deeper into as Christ continues to transform us on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Power of Surrender - Gary Padgett (2 min)
Gary Padgett says spiritual growth is not about trying harder or achieving perfection. It begins with brokenness, recognizing our need for a Savior, and daily surrendering to God's work in our lives. Discover why the gospel is not something we move beyond, but something we grow deeper into as Christ continues to transform us on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than a Game Night - Heather Reddy (1 min)
Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than a Game Night - Heather Reddy (2 min)
Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Turning Down the Noise - Tom Fraser (1 min)
Tom Fraser says constant noise from media, entertainment, and technology can quietly distract us from what matters most. He discovered that even good things can take up too much space if they begin pulling our attention away from God. Hear how a simple decision to start each day with the Lord brought greater peace, focus, and spiritual renewal on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Turning Down the Noise - Tom Fraser (2 min)
Tom Fraser says constant noise from media, entertainment, and technology can quietly distract us from what matters most. He discovered that even good things can take up too much space if they begin pulling our attention away from God. Hear how a simple decision to start each day with the Lord brought greater peace, focus, and spiritual renewal on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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When the World Watches - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
Every four years, the World Cup captures the attention of billions. Nations unite, cultures connect, and for a moment, the world shares a common focus. On today’s Making Your Life Count, host Mark Gauthier shares how moments like these can become opportunities for something greater. Through simple gatherings and intentional conversations, even a game can open the door to lasting hope found in Jesus.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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When the World Watches - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
Every four years, the World Cup captures the attention of billions. Nations unite, cultures connect, and for a moment, the world shares a common focus. On today’s Making Your Life Count, host Mark Gauthier shares how moments like these can become opportunities for something greater. Through simple gatherings and intentional conversations, even a game can open the door to lasting hope found in Jesus.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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From Anger to Self-Control - Timo Tagaloa (1 min)
Timo Tagaloa says anger once controlled his life, damaging relationships and hurting the people closest to him. But when he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ, everything began to change. Discover how God's Spirit transformed Timo's anger into self-control and why true strength is found in letting Christ lead your life on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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From Anger to Self-Control - Timo Tagaloa (2 min)
Timo Tagaloa says anger once controlled his life, damaging relationships and hurting the people closest to him. But when he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ, everything began to change. Discover how God's Spirit transformed Timo's anger into self-control and why true strength is found in letting Christ lead your life on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Influence of a Father - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
A father’s influence often shows up in the small moments that leave a lasting impact. Mark Gauthier reflects on the power of a father’s presence, encouragement, and example, and how those investments can shape a life for years to come. Whether Father’s Day brings gratitude, loss, or reflection, discover how God’s faithful love provides the perfect example of a Father who never gives up on His children on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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The Influence of a Father - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
A father’s influence often shows up in the small moments that leave a lasting impact. Mark Gauthier reflects on the power of a father’s presence, encouragement, and example, and how those investments can shape a life for years to come. Whether Father’s Day brings gratitude, loss, or reflection, discover how God’s faithful love provides the perfect example of a Father who never gives up on His children on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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You Are Not Alone - Max + Grace (1 min)
Grace from Max + Grace says one of the enemy's biggest lies is convincing us that we're alone in our struggles. But isolation is not God's plan. There is hope, help, and a community ready to walk alongside you. Hear this encouraging reminder that no matter what you're facing, you don't have to face it alone on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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You Are Not Alone - Max + Grace (2 min)
Grace from Max + Grace says one of the enemy's biggest lies is convincing us that we're alone in our struggles. But isolation is not God's plan. There is hope, help, and a community ready to walk alongside you. Hear this encouraging reminder that no matter what you're facing, you don't have to face it alone on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than the Game - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
When the world gathers for soccer, something powerful happens. People connect across cultures and communities, all centered around a shared passion. But what if those moments could point to something even greater? On today’s Making Your Life Count, host Mark Gauthier shares how simple watch gatherings can become meaningful opportunities to build relationships and share the hope of the gospel. Discover how you can be part of something bigger than the game. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than the Game - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
When the world gathers for soccer, something powerful happens. People connect across cultures and communities, all centered around a shared passion. But what if those moments could point to something even greater? On today’s Making Your Life Count, host Mark Gauthier shares how simple watch gatherings can become meaningful opportunities to build relationships and share the hope of the gospel. Discover how you can be part of something bigger than the game. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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When God Disappoints You - Beth Guckenberger (1 min)
Beth Guckenberger knows what it feels like to pray for one outcome and receive another. After losing her father, she wrestled with disappointment, unanswered questions, and trusting God through deep pain. Yet God met her in the middle of her hurt and began a journey of healing, redemption, and renewed faith. Hear Beth's powerful story on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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When God Disappoints You - Beth Guckenberger (2 min)
Beth Guckenberger knows what it feels like to pray for one outcome and receive another. After losing her father, she wrestled with disappointment, unanswered questions, and trusting God through deep pain. Yet God met her in the middle of her hurt and began a journey of healing, redemption, and renewed faith. Hear Beth's powerful story on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than a Game Night - Heather Reddy (1 min)
Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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More Than a Game Night - Heather Reddy (2 min)
Heather Reddy says the World Cup is more than soccer. It is an opportunity to open your home, build relationships, and start meaningful conversations about faith. Through simple tools, shared meals, and everyday moments, God can use even a game night to change lives. Hear how small invitations can lead to eternal impact on Making Your Life Count. Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Your Mission Field Is Here - Mark Gauthier (1 min)
You do not have to travel across the world to make a difference for Christ. Mark Gauthier reminds us that God has already placed us in neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and communities where we can share His love every day. Discover how simple conversations, genuine care, and faithful obedience can help you live on mission right where you are on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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Your Mission Field Is Here - Mark Gauthier (2 min)
You do not have to travel across the world to make a difference for Christ. Mark Gauthier reminds us that God has already placed us in neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, and communities where we can share His love every day. Discover how simple conversations, genuine care, and faithful obedience can help you live on mission right where you are on Making Your Life Count.Go to cru.org/life for many helpful resources!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Inspiring stories, bite-sized for impact. Each episode showcases real people making a difference, proving that small actions can create big change. Tune in for your daily dose of motivation and practical ways to leave your mark on the world for Jesus.
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