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When we become overly concerned about our appearance, our spiritual reputation, our coolness, and our acceptance, we are living as citizens of this world rather than as ambassadors.

Francis Chan

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Francis Chan
Age: 57
Born: 1967
Born: August 31
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Pastor
Theologian
Hong Kong SAR
China
Spiritual
Ambassadors
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Overly
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Reputation
World
Appearance
Acceptance
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Citizens
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Coolness

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