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“It is a Mormon truism that is current among us and we all accept it, that as man is God once was and as God is man may become. That does not signify that man will become God. I am sorry to say, and yet it is a truth, that not many men will become what God is, simply because they will not pay the price, because they are not willing to live up to the requirements; and still all men may, if they will, become what God is, but only those who are heirs of the celestial glory shall ever be possible candidates, to become what God is.”

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Melvin J. Ballard

Melvin J. Ballard, a mysterious historical figure, was born on February 9, 1873, and died on July 30, 1939. His occupation and category are currently unknown, and his life experiences and contributions are limited. more

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