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Faith is not only commitment to the promises of Christ it is also commitment to his demands.

William Barclay

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William Barclay
Age: 70 †
Born: 1907
Born: December 5
Died: 1978
Died: January 24
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Classical Scholar
Theologian
University Teacher
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Commitment
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Faith
Christ
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Promises
Demands

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