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Strengthening of John Wesley

A young John Wesley, "clearly convinced of (his) unbelief," asked Peter Boehler whether he ought to quit preaching until he had faith. Boehler's reply was: "by no means ... preach faith till you have it; and then, because you have it, you will preach faith."

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