“When the church encounters hardship, persecution, and suffering, then it is closest to its crucified Lord. Then there are fewer hypocrites and nominal believers among its members, and then the faith of Christians burns most intensely.”
Quote by Gene Veith
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Gene Veith
Gene Veith is an American author, scholar, and theologian, born in 1951. He is known for his works in the fields of Christian culture, literature, and theology, which often explore faith issues in modern culture and strive to bridge the gap between faith and secular culture. more
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