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It is necessary

Posted on December 11, 2015 Written by Mark McIntyre 2 Comments

Necessary

It is necessary to use words. While we may, by our actions, lead someone into being different on the outside, it is only the gospel that can change someone on the inside. The gospel that changes people on the inside must be conveyed in words.

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