The Queen’s funeral will be the greatest evangelistic opportunity in history. Let’s pray Justin Welby delivers
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Phil Knox2022-09-17T17:56:00
The most-watched funeral in the world will take place on Monday. Phil Knox says he’s praying the Archbishop of Canterbury’s message will be as Jesus-centred as the late Queen’s life was
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