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I don't have any desire to retire in the sense of not doing anything. Because as long as the Lord gives me strength I want to keep writing and keep preaching. I love what I do.

Max Lucado

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Max Lucado
Age: 69
Born: 1955
Born: January 11
Author
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San Angelo
Texas
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