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Five books to bring joy and laughter to our walk with God
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Kate Orson2025-04-28T05:43:00
‘If you have found your walk with Jesus has become a little serious, then here are five books that remind us that joy and laughter are all part of God’s design,’ says Kate Orson.
Christianity can be a serious business. We know the gravity of sin, and the consequences of being separated from God. Then there’s the way the enemy hijacks comedy, with jokes so crude they’re just not Christian friendly. Sometimes we can end up forgetting about fun and laughter altogether.
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