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The gospel is an exclusive truth but it's the most inclusive exclusive truth in the world.

Timothy Keller

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The gospel destroys pride because it tells us we are so lost that Jesus had to die for us.
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Pride is the carbon-monoxide of Sin. It silently and slowly kills you without you even knowing.
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Only if you are part of a community of believers seeking to resemble, serve, and love Jesus will you ever get to know him and grow into his likeness.
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