MPA Bible Study 2013 Day 3 Conclusion

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Summary of Day 3
  • God uses ordinary for extraordinary work. Example Moses, David etc
  • Your background doesn't matter for you to serve God. He can change you life.
  • Be an over-comer of the circumstances that stand against you.
  • When we take a step of faith, God will work in advance.
  • You have to move forward even when obstructions are there.
  • Be an over-comer of disappointments in your life.
  • Be an over-comer of doubt in your life.
  • Be a witness.
I can conclude that it was a great time sitting in God's presence and listening from the word of God. 
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