J. M. Roberts Quotes

Jesus wanted the man to have the peace that his heart longed for, but the man could not have it because he was living for himself.

J. M. Roberts

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• Man
• Peace
• Jesus

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• Jesus wanted the man to have the peace that his heart longed for, but the man could not have it because he was living for himself.

  

  J. M. Roberts
  • Heart
  • Man
  • Peace