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“If you want to be free to serve Jesus, there’s no question—stay single. Marriage takes a lot of time. But if you want to become more like Jesus, I can’t imagine any better thing to do than to get married. Being married forces you to face some character issues you’d never have to face otherwise.”

Quote by Gary L. Thomas

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Gary L. Thomas is an American author known for his books on marriage and family relationships. His works delve into the communication and intimacy between couples, offering practical advice and profound insights to readers. more

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