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“I'm not denying that depression can be spiritually induced. Guilt from having wronged and hurt others can bring it on. A sense of having failed to live out the will of God can give rise to depression. Certainly the fear of death and what might follow can sap the joy out of life.”

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Tony Campolo
Tony Campolo

Tony Campolo is an American pastor and public speaker known for his inspiring speeches and advocacy for social justice. Born on February 25, 1935, he holds honorary doctorates from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Union Theological Seminary in New York. Campolo has had a wide-ranging impact in the religious and social sectors, with his writings and speeches inspiring countless individuals, particularly in the areas of social justice and religious faith. more

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