Quotemeal: Oct. 2nd, 2003

Thursday, October 2, 2003

"Man's extremity is God's opportunity."
— John Flavel

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Illustration of John Flavel — "Man's extremity is God's opportunity."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.