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“The tendency of fire is to go out; watch the fire on the altar of your heart. Anyone who has tended a fireplace fire knows that it needs to be stirred up occasionally.”

Quote by William Booth

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William Booth
William Booth

William Booth, born on April 10, 1829, in England, was a prominent preacher and social reformer. He founded the Christian denomination of the Salvation Army, focusing on social reform and relief work. Booth dedicated his life to improving the living conditions of the poor and founded the Salvation Army, an international Christian charity organization that continues to provide assistance worldwide. more

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