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“God does not give us everything we want, but He does fulfill His promises.”

Quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Book:Bonhoeffer: worldly preaching

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Bonhoeffer: worldly preaching

Bonhoeffer: worldly preaching delves into the sermons and lectures of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, examining his unique perspective on faith and society during a time of great upheaval. The book offers insights into Bonhoeffer's theological thought and his influence on contemporary Christian preaching. more

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Dietrich Bonhoeffer

German pastor, theologian, philosopher, and member of the resistance against the Nazis. Born on February 4, 1906, in Germany, he was executed on April 9, 1945 in a concentration camp. more

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