August 24, 2025

Part 5

Psalm 49:6-8

6 They that trust in their wealth, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches;
7 None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him:
8 For the redemption of their soul is precious, and it ceaseth for ever.

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