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I see no business in life but the work of Christ
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"I see no business in life but the work of Christ"

- Henry Martyn

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Henry Martyn's quote talks to the value of dedicating one's life to the work of Christ. He believes that the only meaningful operate in life is to offer God and also to spread out the message of Jesus Christ. He is recommending that all various other pursuits are eventually meaningless and that the only thing that really matters is to serve God. This quote is a reminder that our lives ought to be concentrated on doing God's will certainly and that we ought to make every effort to be loyal to His commands. Martyn's quote is a phone call to action for Christians to live a life of service as well as to be devoted to the work of Christ. It is a reminder that our lives must be focused on proclaiming God which we ought to strive to be faithful to His will.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Henry Martyn between February 18, 1781 and October 16, 1812. He/she was a famous Clergyman from England. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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