When the heavens are silent

Posted on October 15, 2012 Written by Mark McIntyre 2 Comments

Sometimes it seems that our prayers bounce off the ceiling. How should we respond when Heaven is silent? Some thoughts on why God might not answer.

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When the heavens are silent

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