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“Living is the same thing as dying. Living well is the same thing as dying for others.”

Quote by N.D. Wilson

Book:Death by Living: Life Is Meant to Be Spent

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Death by Living: Life Is Meant to Be Spent

This book delves into the profound questions of existence, encouraging readers to embrace life with passion and purpose. It offers insights on how to find fulfillment and joy in everyday experiences. more

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N.D. Wilson, born in 1978, is an accomplished American author known for his rich imagination and profound themes in his works. His books have gained popularity among readers for their engaging storytelling and thought-provoking content. more

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“If God gives you (or makes you) a joke, what are you meant to do in response? (Receive it. Laugh.) If God gives you an obstacle, what are you meant to do in response? (Receive it. Climb it. Then laugh.) If God gives you more profound hardship, what are you meant to do in response? (Receive it. Climb it. Then laugh. Exhibit A: His Son.)”

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