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We must believe that He is able to do what He will, wise to do what is best, and good, according to His promise, to do what is best for us, if we love Him, and serve Him.

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Matthew Henry
Age: 51 †
Born: 1662
Born: October 18
Died: 1714
Died: June 22
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