Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man's idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a serious thought.
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"Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man's idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a serious thought." — Charles Spurgeon #happinessjoy #warpeace
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Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods of man's idolatry; while holiness, peace, contentment, and humility are viewed as unworthy of a serious thought. — Charles Spurgeon
About Charles Spurgeon
Charles Spurgeon was a Clergyman from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (1834–1892).
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Who said "Revenge, lust, ambition, pride, and self-will are too often exalted as the gods…"?
This quote is attributed to Charles Spurgeon, a Clergyman from United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
When did Charles Spurgeon live?
Charles Spurgeon lived from 1834 – 1892.
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