Vance Havner Quotes

I suspect that much of our praying to be used is selfish, and underneath it is the sneaking desire to make our mark and be recognized.

Vance Havner

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• I suspect that much of our praying to be used is selfish, and underneath it is the sneaking desire to make our mark and be recognized.

  

  Vance Havner
  • Desire
  • Selfish