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To understand the error of a theological system ought to stir within us compassion and winsome boldness towards those who are caught up in it.<\/p>\n<p>We ought to feel deeply thankful to God for those who lived and laid down their lives for the truth of the gospel. The world was not worthy of them: they took up their cross and followed their Saviour. 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