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“If, in the quiet of your heart, you feel something should be done, stop and consider whether it is in line with the character and teaching of Jesus. If so, obey that impulse to do it, and in doing so you will find it was God guiding you.”

Quote by Eric Liddell

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Eric Liddell
Eric Liddell

Eric Liddell, born on January 16, 1902, in Scotland, was a renowned Olympic athlete. He won gold medals in the 400m and 800m events at the 1924 Paris Olympics, becoming a legendary figure in the history of athletics. Liddell is known for his strong religious beliefs and exceptional sportsmanship, and his story has been widely spread in the film 'Chariots of Fire'. more

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