Quotemeal: Dec. 8th, 1947

Monday, December 8, 1947

"The ultimate proof of total forgiveness takes place when we sincerely petition the Father to let those who have hurt us off the hook — even if they have hurt not only us, but also those close to us."
— R. T. Kendall

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Illustration of R. T. Kendall — "The ultimate proof of total forgiveness takes place when we sincerely petition the Father to let those who have hurt us off the hook — even if they have hurt not only us, but also those close to us."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.