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“Life everywhere is in vast and endless variety. So it is with life eternal, that gift of God, constituting, in its length and breadth and height and depth, the reward of the righteous. The penitent, dying thief is not going into heaven like the triumphant, dying Paul.”

Quote by Herrick Johnson

Book:Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration delves into the complexities and evolution of Christianity, analyzing the faith's responses to various challenges over time. The book provides a comprehensive look at different historical periods and theological perspectives within the Christian tradition. more

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Herrick Johnson

Herrick Johnson, an outstanding American author, was born on September 21, 1832, and passed away on November 20, 1913. His works are renowned for their profound thoughts and unique literary style. more

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Source: Christianity's Challenge and Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Book:Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

Source: Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Book:Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

Source: Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Book:Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

Source: Christianity's Challenge: And Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Book:Christianity's Challenge and Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

Source: Christianity's Challenge and Some Phases of Christianity Submitted for Candid Consideration

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Source: Let There Be Sculpture

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Source: The Selected Papers of Thaddeus Stevens: January 1814-March 1865