Whenever we take a step towards Jesus, we come to realize that he is a…

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Whenever we take a step towards Jesus, we come to realize that he is already there, waiting for us with open arms. ✨ Pope Francis (2014). The Joy of the Gospel, p.5, BookBaby
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Whenever we take a step towards Jesus, we come to realize that he is already there, waiting for us with open arms. ✨ Pope Francis (2014). The Joy of the Gospel, p.5, BookBaby

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