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“We must come to the Bible with the purpose of self-exposure consciously in mind. I suspect not many people make more than a token stab in that direction. It's extremely hard work. It makes Bible study alternately convicting and reassuring, painful and soothing, puzzling and calming, and sometimes dull - but not for long if our purpose is to see ourselves better.”

Quote by Larry Crabb

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Larry Crabb, born in 1944, is an American Christian author and psychologist. His works primarily focus on personal growth, marital relationships, and spiritual development. Crabb's books are widely popular in the Christian community and have been translated into multiple languages. more

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