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“God has a purpose behind every problem. He uses circumstances to develop our character. In fact, he depends more on circumstances to make us like Jesus than he depends on our reading the Bible.”

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Rick Warren is a renowned pastor and author, born on January 28, 1954. He is known for his significant leadership and contributions to the global Christian community. Warren is the author of 'The Purpose-Driven Life,' which has become one of the best-selling books globally since its publication in 2002. more

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