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Heroism and the Christian life : reclaiming excellence /

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Main Author:	Hook, Brian S. (Brian Stewart), 1964-
Corporate Author:	NetLibrary, Inc
Other Authors:	Reno, Russell R., 1959-
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Louisville, Ky. : Westminster John Knox Press, [2000]
Edition:	1st ed.
Subjects:	Courage > Religious aspects > Christianity. Courage in literature. Christian life. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

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