We must give up the vain idea of trying to please everybody. That is i…

J. C. Ryle
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We must give up the vain idea of trying to please everybody. That is impossible, and the attempt is a mere waste of time. We must be content to walk in Christ's steps, and let the world say what it likes. ✨ J.C. Ryle (2015). Bible Commentary - The Gospel of Luke, p.132, Editora Dracaena
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We must give up the vain idea of trying to please everybody. That is impossible, and the attempt is a mere waste of time. We must be content to walk in Christ's steps, and let the world say what it likes. ✨ J.C. Ryle (2015). Bible Commentary - The Gospel of Luke, p.132, Editora Dracaena

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