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		<title>The Book of Ruth</title>
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		<description>Join renowned chemist and Christian believer Dr. James Tour as he takes you on a journey through the depths of scripture. In these bible studies Dr. Tour will share his personal experiences and reflections on the Christian faith, exploring its profound truths and how they have shaped his life and work. Whether you are a Christian seeking to grow in your faith, or simply curious about the Christian message, this podcast is for you. Join Dr. Tour on this journey of exploration and discovery, as he reveals the beauty and depth of the Christian faith, and encourages you to embrace it in your own life. As a professor of chemistry at Rice University and a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Dr Tour is an expert in his field and has received numerous awards for his contributions to science. Find out more at jesusandscience.org</description>
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		<itunes:subtitle>Declaring that Christ has bodily risen from the grave | James Tour</itunes:subtitle>
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		<itunes:summary>Join renowned chemist and Christian believer Dr. James Tour as he takes you on a journey through the depths of scripture. In these bible studies Dr. Tour will share his personal experiences and reflections on the Christian faith, exploring its profound truths and how they have shaped his life and work. Whether you are a Christian seeking to grow in your faith, or simply curious about the Christian message, this podcast is for you. Join Dr. Tour on this journey of exploration and discovery, as he reveals the beauty and depth of the Christian faith, and encourages you to embrace it in your own life. As a professor of chemistry at Rice University and a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Dr Tour is an expert in his field and has received numerous awards for his contributions to science. Find out more at jesusandscience.org</itunes:summary>
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	<title>11. How Boaz Became so Merciful</title>
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	<itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 4]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>10. Involvement of Family and Church in a Marriage</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 3]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 3]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 3]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>9. The Sexual Relationship</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 2]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 2]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 3 Part 2]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>8. Authority Guiding Us</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 5Ruth 3 Part 1]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 5Ruth 3 Part 1]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 5Ruth 3 Part 1]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>7. The Dead Live</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 4]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 4]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 4]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>6. Asking Permission and Church Connections</title>
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	<dc:creator><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 3]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 3]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 3]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>5. Divine Direction and Godliness Toward Others</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 2]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 2]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 2]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>4. Care for Widows</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 1]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 1]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 2 Part 1]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>3. Oath to Follow God</title>
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	<dc:creator><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 3]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 3]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 3]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
	<googleplay:block>no</googleplay:block>
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	<title>2. Sowing and Reaping for a Good Life</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
	<dc:creator><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></dc:creator>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 2]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 2]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 2]]></itunes:summary>
	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
	<itunes:block>no</itunes:block>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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	<title>1. Does God Proclaim Judgment Anymore?</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 1]]></description>
	<itunes:subtitle><![CDATA[Ruth 1 Part 1]]></itunes:subtitle>
	<itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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	<itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit>
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	<itunes:author><![CDATA[James M. Tour]]></itunes:author>	<googleplay:explicit>No</googleplay:explicit>
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