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It takes quite a spine to turn the other cheek. It takes phenomenal fortitude to love your enemy. It takes firm resolve to pray for those who persecute you. (with reference to Matthew 5)

Rob Bell

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Rob Bell
Age: 54
Born: 1970
Born: August 23
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