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Christ the Power and Wisdom of God to the Called

By Joseph S. ExellSource: archive.org217 wordsAI-crafted by ChurchWiseAI

First, God secures it for the accomplishment of His elect—those predestined to receive His truth.

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Scripture References

1 Corinthians 1:24

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