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“A divided heart can never bring complete satisfaction. The man of mingled interests will seldom make a success of anything. If he would succeed in business he must give the major portion of his time and the best of his thought to his business.... The very same is true of the man who would be used of God, only to a far greater degree. The work alone must claim his whole attention. He has no room for other things.”

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Oswald J. Smith
Oswald J. Smith

Oswald J. Smith was a renowned Christian author whose inspirational and devotional writings have had a profound impact on Christian spirituality and personal growth. Born on November 8, 1889, and passing away on January 25, 1986, his legacy lives on through his extensive body of work. more

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