Why Christmas Never Lives Up to the Buildup — John Piper

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Why Christmas Never Lives Up to the Buildup

Why Christmas Never Lives Up to the Buildup

Preacher: John Piper
Tradition: Baptist — Reformed
Published: Dec 22, 2017
Length: 13:08

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Ask Pastor John Episode: 1136 Guest: Matt Chandler Transcript: https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/why-christmas-never-lives-up-to-the-buildup

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