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In the midst of our failed attempts at loving Jesus, His grace covers us.

Francis Chan

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Francis Chan
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: August 31
Author
Pastor
Theologian
Hong Kong SAR
China
Jesus
Covers
Attempts
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Midst
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