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Quote by R. A. Torrey

“The man or woman at home who prays often has as much to do with the effectiveness of the missionary on the field, and consequently with the results of his or her labors, as the missionary.”

Quote by R. A. Torrey

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R. A. Torrey was an American writer known for his profound research into Christian theology and philosophy. His works covered a wide range of topics from psychology to spirituality, profoundly influencing religious thought in the early 20th century. more

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