Samson's Jawbone: How do We Pray In Jesus Name?

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Samson's Jawbone: How do We Pray In Jesus Name?: On January 21, 2001 Rev. Franklin Graham created controversy when he ended his prayer for the newly inaugurated President George W. Bush wi...

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