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“Suffering is an oxymoron. There is unfathomable peace and satisfaction in suffering for Christ. It is as though you have searched endlessly for your purpose in life and now found it in the most unexpected place: In the death of your flesh. It is certainly a moment worth of laughter and dance. And in the end it is not suffering at all. The apostle Paul recommended that we find joy in it. Was he mad?”

Quote by Ted Dekker

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Ted Dekker, born on October 24, 1962, is an American author known for his suspenseful, fantasy, and religious-themed works. His books have gained widespread popularity among readers. more

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