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Dirk Willems and the Thief Catcher - Anabaptist (John 3:16)

Source: Martyrology104 words

In 1569, Dutch Anabaptist Dirk Willems was fleeing authorities who would execute him for his faith. He crossed a frozen pond; the ice held his slight frame. His pursuer, heavier, broke through and beg...

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Scripture References

John 3:16Matthew 5:44

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