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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
Author
Pastor
Theologian
Hong Kong SAR
China
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Overly
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World
Appearance
Acceptance
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Citizens
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Coolness
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