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“My mistake has too often been that of too much haste. But it is not the people's way to hurry, nor is it God's way either. Hurry means worry, and worry effectually drives the peace of God from the heart.”

Quote by James O. Fraser

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James O. Fraser

James O. Fraser, born in Scotland in 1886, was a prominent missionary. He spent over 40 years in China, dedicated to spreading Christian faith and making significant contributions to the development of the Chinese church. more

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