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Divine providence and the pits of life

by Ray Viola | Feb 5, 2014 | Lessons from the Old Testament

One of the most well known figures in the bible is Joseph. He was favored by his father Jacob because he was the son of his old age. The Scriptures clearly tell us that the favoritism of their father bred rivalry and jealousy from Joseph’s brothers. When Jacob...

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I am the Lead Pastor of Koinonia Fellowship, a husband, father and grandfather. I also serve on the worship team as one of the drummers.

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