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John Calvin Quotes: Man's nature, so to speak, is a perpetual factory of idols.
         

Man's nature, so to speak, is a perpetual factory of idols.


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Only those who have learned well to be earnestly dissatisfied with themselves, and to be confounded with shame at their wretchedness truly understand the Christian gospel.



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When I took the leap, I had faith I would find a net; Instead I learned I could fly.



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