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“The Christian is to proclaim and prosecute an irreconcilable war against his bosom sins; those sins which have lain nearest his heart, must now be trampled under his feet.”

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William Gurnall
William Gurnall

William Gurnall (1617-October 12, 1679) was an English writer known for his works on religious and moral themes. His most famous work, 'The Christian in Complete Armour,' had a profound impact on subsequent generations. more

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