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“The greatest works are done by the ones. The hundreds do not often do much-the companies never; it is the units-the single individuals, that are the power and the might. Individual effort is, after all, the grand thing.”

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Charles Spurgeon
Charles Spurgeon

Charles Haddon Spurgeon, born on June 19, 1834, was a prominent Christian preacher from the United Kingdom. Known as the 'Preacher of London,' he was renowned for his passionate sermons and profound influence. Spurgeon's preaching drew thousands of listeners, and his writings had a widespread impact on the Christian world. more

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