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Billy Graham on Personal Salvation - Baptist (Romans 5:8)

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"Christ died for sinners—for YOU. While YOU were a sinner, Christ died for YOU. This is personal: not just humanity in general but YOU specifically. God demonstrated HIS love toward YOU. Will YOU receive this gift? The invitation is personal; the response must be personal." — Billy Graham. Baptist: personal gospel.

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Scripture References

Romans 5:8

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adults

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