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Introduction Some years ago I had a conversation with a guest after one of our services. It was her first or second time at our church, and she offered some very direct feedback. She looked me in the eye and said, “It was a very nice service this morning. The message was fine. I agree Read more...https://www.christianitytoday.com/pastors/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2025/12/ogimage.png?resize=1200,6281200628