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The weightiest end of the cross of Christ that is laid upon you, lieth upon your strong Savior.

Samuel Rutherford

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Samuel Rutherford
Died: 1661
Died: March 29
Author
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Theologian
Samuel Rutherfoord
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Savior
Cross
Crosses
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Christ seeketh your help in your place give Him your hand.
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There is nothing that will make you a Christian indeed, but a taste of the sweetness of Christ.
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I had but one joy, the apple of the eye of my delights , to preach Christ my Lord
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