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“Precisely because we cannot predict the moment, we must be ready at all moments.”

Quote by C. S. Lewis

Book:The Business of Heaven: Daily Readings from C. S. Lewis

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The Business of Heaven: Daily Readings from C. S. Lewis

This book offers a series of daily readings that draw upon the wisdom of C. S. Lewis, exploring themes related to business and ethical decision-making. Each entry is designed to provide thought-provoking content for readers interested in the intersection of faith and professional life. more

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C. S. Lewis was a British novelist, academic, and Christian theologian. He is renowned for his fictional works, particularly The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of fantasy novels that have become a beloved classic of children's literature. Lewis also penned adult fiction, including the science fiction trilogy Out of the Silent Planet and the space trilogy. His non-fiction works, such as Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain, have had a significant impact on Christian thought and spirituality. more

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