Quotemeal: Feb. 17th, 2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

"The essence of temptation is the invitation to live independently of God."
— Neil Anderson

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Illustration of Neil Anderson — "The essence of temptation is the invitation to live independently of God."

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