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John Flavel (1627-1691) was a prominent English author and theologian, whose works hold a significant place in Puritan literature. He is best known for his book 'The Mystery of Providence,' which explores the role of God in human life.

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“The carnal person fears man, not God. The strong Christian fears God, not man. The weak Christian fears man too much, and God too little.”

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Book:The Whole Works of the Reverend Mr. John Flavel ...

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“They that know God will be humble. They that know themselves cannot be proud.”

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Book:The Method of Grace: How the Holy Spirit Works

Source: The Method of Grace: How the Holy Spirit Works

“What, at peace with the Father and at war with the children? It cannot be.”

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“To see a man humble under prosperity is one of the greatest rarities in the world.”

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Book:A Treatise on the Keeping of the Heart

Source: A Treatise on the Keeping of the Heart

“No doctrine is more excellent, or necessary to be preached and studied, than Jesus Christ, and him crucified.”

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Book:Fountain of Life: 1671

Source: Fountain of Life: 1671