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on October 21, 2009

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I have realized that the destruction of man lies in the abundance of material goods, because it prevents him from experiencing the presence of God and appreciating His benevolence. If you want to take someone away from God, give him plenty of material goods. He will instantly forget Him forever.

...and for the rest of it, click on the paragraph above to visit the blog "Glory to God for all Things".

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