Quotemeal: Apr. 8th, 2004

Thursday, April 8, 2004

"Easter says to us that despite everything to the contrary, his will for us will prevail, love will prevail over hate, justice over injustice and oppression, peace over exploitation and bitterness."
— Desmond Tutu

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Illustration of Desmond Tutu — "Easter says to us that despite everything to the contrary, his will for us will prevail, love will prevail over hate, justice over injustice and oppression, peace over exploitation and bitterness."

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