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Learning to Lay Down Your Fears (Part 2 of 2)

March 19, 2014

Popular author and blogger Angie Smith describes how she had to rely on God through the death of her daughter as well as the times when she's questioned her purpose, God's plans, and whether she was "good enough" as a Christian. (Part 2 of 2)

Original Air Date: March 19, 2014

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Angie Smith

Angie Smith is a bestselling author, blogger and popular speaker who travels with Women of Faith, Lifeway, and other organizations committed to sharing the good news of the Gospel in a relatable, down to earth way. Angie and her husband Todd (lead singer of the Christian group “Selah”) have five daughters: Ellie, Abby, Kate, Charlotte, and her sweet Audrey who …

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March 19, 2014

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Learning to Lay Down Your Fears (Part 2 of 2)

Learning to Lay Down Your Fears (Part 2 of 2)

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