Asher Week 6: Still Some Distance Away
We know Romans 8:38 by heart. Nothing can separate us from the love of God. And yet — quietly, in the back of the drawer — we keep a list of exceptions. This week, Asher helps us burn it.
Day: March 25, 2026
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