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“We may very well wake up in the not-too-distant future in a culture that is not only unreceptive but openly hostile to the church and the gospel of Jesus Christ, a culture in which those who proclaim the gospel will be labeled as bigots and fanatics, a culture in which persecution of Christians will be not only allowed but applauded.”

Quote by Josh McDowell

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Josh McDowell, born on August 17, 1939, is a renowned writer whose works primarily focus on Christian faith and moral ethics, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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