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    I Used to be Imperfect
    I Used to be Imperfect
    I Used to be Imperfect
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    I Used to be Imperfect

    By Ian Smith

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    Ever wondered how to overcome sin? Do you feel like giving up Christianity? You need not despair. There is hope. In fact, the Bible offers you the answer to all of life's problems. One of the greatest questions ever asked is, "how does a man gain the victory over every sin and how can man be perfect in Go

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    PublisherIndy Publisher
    Release dateSep 26, 2023
    ISBN9781087967134
    I Used to be Imperfect
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    Ian Smith

    Ian Smith was born and brought up in Edinburgh where he was educated at Heriot’s and the University of Edinburgh before joining the army and later setting up his own dental practice. He played nine Tests for Scotland from 1969 to 1970. He lives in Norfolk. 

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