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“There is a spiritual law of choosing, believing, abiding, and holding steady in our walk with God, which is essential to the working of the Holy Spirit either in our sanctification or healing.”

Quote by Lettie Cowman

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Lettie Cowman
Lettie Cowman

Lettie Cowman was an American writer born on March 3, 1870, and died on April 17, 1960. Known for her works that focus on female perspectives and religious themes, she was a prominent figure in American literature at the turn of the 20th century. more

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