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John Stott on Jesus’ Hour

Posted on April 15, 2013 Written by Mark McIntyre Leave a Comment

The Cross of Christ

Jesus referred to an “hour” that was coming in his life and ministry. John Stott writes about what Jesus meant by this.

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