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“Surely it is worthwhile to lay ourselves out with all our might in promoting the cause and kingdom of Christ.”

Quote by William Carey

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William Carey (August 17, 1761 - June 9, 1834) was a prominent British missionary, known as the father of modern missions. He had a profound impact on the spread of Christianity in India. more

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