The vigour, and power, and comfort of our spiritual life depends on th…

John Owen
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The vigour, and power, and comfort of our spiritual life depends on the mortification of the deeds of the flesh. ✨ John Owen, Rev Terry Kulakowski, Editor Overcoming Temptation and Sin, Lulu.com
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