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So here, borrowed from the book, are some ideas on how a blogger can handle a dragon. Nov 30, 2009 ive been reading well intentioned dragons by marshall shelley. Years ago, i read a book by christianity today editor, marshall shelley called wellintentioned dragons. Shop amongst our popular books, including 16, ministering to problem people in your church, advent conspiracy and more from rick mckinley. But they often do undermine the ministry of the church and make pastors questio. Every church has australias leading bookseller for. Marshall shelley wrote the incredible book that should adorn the shelf of every pastor and church leader, well intentioned dragons. Based on reallife stories of battlescarred veterans, marshall shelley presents a clear picture of gods love for those on both sides of the problem.
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