I am not the man I ought to be, I am not the man I wish to … - John Newton

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I am not the man I ought to be, I am not the man I wish to be and I am not the man I hope to be, but, by the grace of God, I am not the man I used to be.

John Newton

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John Newton (24 July 1725 – 21 December 1807) was a British slave trader who later became an abolitionist and a convert to Christianity. He came to be a clergyman and songwriter. He is known for writing the lyrics to the historical hymn, Amazing Grace.

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the chief and grand means of edification, without which all other helps will disappoint us, and prove like clouds without water — are the Bible and prayer — the Word of grace and the Throne of grace.

Safely through another week, GOD has brought us on our way, Let us now a blessing seek On th' approaching sabbath-day:

Of all of God's children, I will have needed him the most

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