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Jesus is God's way of refusing to give up his dream for the world. Jesus has been described as the most creative force in history. It is said that he was a man of action, not of words. In fact, Jesus is described as the most influential person who ever lived.
Jesus' teachings have been said to have influenced world events, including the American Revolution and the French Revolution. He has been considered a great model for all people who have ever lived. Jesus is best known for being a great moral teacher , which teaches people how to live their lives with integrity and honesty.
Jesus was a great example of a person who never gave up on life or his dreams, even when they seemed to be lost. He was a man who refused to give up on his dream to save humanity from suffering and death .
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