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Radical follower of Jesus with a passion to help others experience a life-changing encounter with God. Field Representative for Hope Channel International.

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Derek Morris
11 months
RETIREMENT ANNOUNCED My retirement was announced today at #GCAC23 after 47 years of joyful service in the name of Jesus: as a local pastor, university professor at SAU, Associate Secretary with GC Ministerial, and for the past 7.5 years as President of Hope Channel International.
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Derek Morris
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Please pray for my mother. She is another COVID-19 casualty. She is not expected to survive through the night. Please also pray for my father who is left without her until the resurrection of the righteous when Jesus returns in glory. (1 Thess. 4:15-17)
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Derek Morris
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Today, my wife Bodil and I are celebrating our 43rd wedding anniversary. What a blessed journey, and we've only just begun! Thanks to each one of you for your friendship and prayers.
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3 years
NEW PRESIDENT OF ZAMBIA Adventist Master Guide, Hakainde Hichilema, is the newly elected President of Zambia. Let's remember him and the entire country of Zambia in our prayers.
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4 years
My father just breathed his last breath before the resurrection when Jesus returns in glory. He fell asleep in Jesus at 10:07 PM EDT on Sunday September 13, 2020, one day short of 3 months since my mother died on June 14. Looking forward to the day described in 1 Thess 4:13-17.
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Derek Morris
4 years
My mother fell asleep in Jesus at 5:02 PM today. Longing for the glorious return of Jesus when the dead in Christ will rise, and we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them to meet the Lord in the air. 1 Thess. 4:15-17 Even so, come, Lord Jesus.
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Derek Morris
4 years
Please pray for my mother. She is another COVID-19 casualty. She is not expected to survive through the night. Please also pray for my father who is left without her until the resurrection of the righteous when Jesus returns in glory. (1 Thess. 4:15-17)
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1 year
Sabbath is coming! Someone say, "Hallelujah!" The Sabbath was given to us by our Creator as a blessing! Don't miss it!
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3 years
Life is fragile. Handle with prayer.
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2 years
Wishing all of my friends on Twitter a blessed and happy New Year. We are one year closer to the glorious return of Jesus. John 14:1-3
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4 years
DELETED PHONE NUMBER I just deleted my father's phone number from my iPhone. That was a painful experience. He died one week ago today. Be thankful for every opportunity to connect with those you love.
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4 years
Slow down. It's Sabbath. A gift from your Creator. A time of blessing and healing. Embrace the Gift. Embrace Him.
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2 years
The Sabbath is a gift to the human family. May you find peace and rest for your soul this Sabbath day.
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1 year
A GLOBAL FAMILY I was reminded again this Sabbath at NewLife SDA Church in Nairobi that we belong to a global family--the family of God. #Hope4Africa
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Derek Morris
4 years
Sabbath is not an obligation. Sabbath is a gift! Unwrap and experience this special blessing from our loving Creator and Redeemer.
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Derek Morris
11 months
HOPE SABBATH SCHOOL We just received an award from YouTube for 100K subscribers on our Hope Sabbath School YouTube Channel. Share this news with your friends and invite them to join us for an in-depth, interactive study of the Word of God.
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1 year
Wishing you peace and rest this Sabbath day. Be still, and know that the LORD is God!
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Derek Morris
3 years
Still smiling after 44 years together!
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2 years
Slow down. It's Sabbath. Jesus is calling you to find rest for your soul in Him.
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1 year
Sabbath greetings from Nairobi, Kenya. We are concluding an amazing evangelistic series entitled Hope For Africa. Thousands are receiving the Word of God with glad hearts! For some, this is their very first Sabbath as followers of Jesus. Hallelujah!
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SABBATH REST As the sun sets this evening and the Sabbath begins, may you find rest, be blessed, and be sanctified as you commune with the Lord of the Sabbath, Jesus Christ our awesome Savior and soon coming King.
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SABBATH BLESSING May the LORD help you to see beyond the distractions of this present age and catch a glimpse of that which is eternal. Praying Sabbath blessings for you and your family.
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Sabbath is not a burden. It's a blessing. Enjoy some Sabbath rest! It's a gift from your Creator.
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3 years
SABBATH REST Who is thankful at the end of six days of busy labor that we have the gift of Sabbath rest? Slow down, and find rest for your soul.
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2 years
Sabbath is a time to rest in the care of our Creator and Redeemer who keeps all His promises.
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Derek Morris
1 year
This Sabbath, please pray for HOPE FOR AFRICA, a major evangelistic outreach in East Central Africa. May Jesus be lifted up in all His power to save. Praying Sabbath blessings for you and your loved ones.
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Derek Morris
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HOPE FOR AFRICA Our Hope Channel teams in East-Central Africa were blessed to facilitate an amazing evangelistic outreach called Hope For Africa. Broadcasting to 10,000 sites from Newlife SDA Church in Nairobi in 7 languages, the harvest truly was great--over 100,000 baptisms.
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The Sabbath is the Creator's gift to you. He loves you and wants you to find rest in Him! Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed Sabbath. Genesis 2:3
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2 years
The Sabbath was made as a blessing for the human family. Slow down and be blessed!
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3 years
IS ANYTHING TOO HARD FOR THE LORD? Gen. 18:14. He can rain down bread from heaven and bring water out of a rock. Don't try to tell the LORD what to do and when to do it. Just ask Him to perform whatever miracle He knows you need. Remember, there is nothing too hard for the LORD.
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1 year
Sabbath greetings from the Hope Channel International Study Tour in Egypt. We are blessed to walk in the footsteps of the patriarchs.
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1 year
Wishing each one a blessed Sabbath from Israel. We are blessed to walk In The Footsteps Of Jesus.
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Derek Morris
4 years
Don’t lose hope, my friends. We’re almost home.
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Derek Morris
3 years
44 years ago today, two became one. June 26 will forever be remembered in our family history! Thanks to all our family and friends who have loved us and prayed for us through the years. Happy Anniversary, Bodil.
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Derek Morris
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SABBATH BLESSINGS What a week! Is anyone else thankful that it's almost Sabbath? Praying Sabbath blessings for you and your family.
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Derek Morris
4 years
6 months ago my mother died. 3 months ago my father died. Today I continue to grieve, but not as those who have no hope. It is well with my soul. I trust the promises of Jesus.
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Derek Morris
2 years
Sabbath greetings from St Louis.
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2 years
NEED A SIMPLE AND POWERFUL PRAYER? Here it is: Lord Jesus, save me.
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2 years
This Sabbath day may the beautiful of creation remind you of our great and awesome Creator! Praying Sabbath blessings for you and your loved ones.
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2 years
This Sabbath, lift up your eyes to the hills. Where does your help come from? Your help comes from the LORD, the Maker of the heavens and the earth. May the LORD bless you and your loved ones as you worship Him in spirit and truth.
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2 years
I'm longing for our first Sabbath in heaven. What about you? Wishing you a blessed Sabbath and a blessed hope in the glorious return of Jesus!
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Derek Morris
3 years
The Lord of the Sabbath wants you to experience blessing and healing this Sabbath day. Open your heart and mind to the One from whom all blessings flow!
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Derek Morris
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SABBATH BLESSINGS May this Sabbath bring you abundant blessings from the hand of our loving Creator and Redeemer. Remember the words of Jesus: the Sabbath was made for us! Mark 2:27
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1 year
Here is a promise from the LORD for each one of us this Sabbath day: "No weapon that is formed against you shall prevail!" The success of evil is limited and temporary. Our awesome God will have the final word. Let's praise the LORD our God this Sabbath day! Are you with me?
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Derek Morris
5 years
BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE This month my wife Bodil and I celebrate our 42nd anniversary. I feel blessed beyond measure to have shared my life's journey with such a remarkable woman of God.
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1 year
As Sabbath begins, in this troubled world, may you find rest for your soul.
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Derek Morris
3 years
Someone you love needs your prayers right now. Lord, teach us to pray.
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Derek Morris
2 years
Beauty is all around us, even in this sin-scarred world. Take time this Sabbath day to enjoy God's creation and praise your Creator!
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Derek Morris
2 years
Stressful week? This Sabbath, may you find peace and rest in Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath.
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Derek Morris
2 years
It's Friday. Sabbath is almost here. May you and your family be blessed!
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Derek Morris
1 year
May this Sabbath be a time to draw closer to Jesus. We're almost home! Hallelujah!
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Derek Morris
4 years
When someone verbally attacks you and you are tempted to retaliate, remember this wise counsel from Solomon: A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1
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3 years
The LORD is still Jehovah Jireh--He will provide!
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4 years
The Lord is coming. Are you ready? If you are ready today, you will be ready on that day.
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Derek Morris
4 years
I realized today when reading Psalm 149 that EVERY DAY the LORD wants to give us a new song to sing. Whether we lie down in green pastures or walk through dark valleys, we can lift our voices in songs of praise to our God! Let’s praise the LORD today. Are you with me?
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Derek Morris
1 year
Sabbath is a time of blessing and healing. No wonder our loving Creator encourages us to REMEMBER. Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed Sabbath.
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Derek Morris
11 months
HOPE FOR AFRICA The total number of baptisms from the Hope For Africa evangelistic meetings, including those baptized in pre-meetings and post-meetings, currently stands at 194,000! The words of Jesus are true: The harvest truly is great!
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SABBATH REST Slow down and rest in God's presence. He loves you with an immeasurable, unfailing love. Be still and know that He is God.
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1 year
SABBATH BLESSING As the sun sets this evening, may you experience the Sabbath blessing our Creator has prepared for you. Slow down and rest in His unfailing love and grace.
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Derek Morris
4 years
Wishing each of my Twitter friends a safe and blessed 2021.
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Derek Morris
3 years
Praying for Dr. Carlton Byrd and his family as he assumes his new ministry responsibilities as President of Southwest Region Conference. They will be missed at Oakwood University.
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4 years
SABBATH REST The Sabbath is a time to rest from our labors and a time to find rest for our souls. We need Sabbath rest! No wonder the 4th commandment begins with the word REMEMBER.
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2 years
Be of good cheer, weary pilgrim. We're almost home.
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3 years
It's so sweet to trust in Jesus Just to take Him at His word. Do I have a witness out there?
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2 years
May this Sabbath be a time when you can experience peace and rest for your soul. Matthew 11:28-30
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3 years
Praying for peace in the world. We are one family.
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3 years
Just imagine...spending eternity with Jesus in a new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells.
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4 years
God is still looking for men and women who will have the courage to stand for the right no matter what the cost.
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Derek Morris
3 years
Pray for those who have the courage to speak the truth.
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Derek Morris
4 years
Please join with me in prayer for the Henry family.
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1 year
HOPE FOR AFRICA Blessed this evening to meet two sisters at the Hope For Africa meetings in Nairobi, Kenya. #Hope4Africa
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Hallelujah! We don't have to work 7 days per week. Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and happy Sabbath.
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4 years
Let us sing a song that will cheer us by the way, in a little while we’re going home. For the night will end in the everlasting day, in a little while we’re going home! We shall meet at last when the stormy winds are past, in a little while we’re going home!
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2 years
Too many deaths. We grieve. Please come soon, Lord Jesus.
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3 years
Jesus said, "Follow Me." He didn't just say, "Talk about Me."
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3 years
Prayers are being answered! Pray on, my friends, pray on.
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Longing for a new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells.
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If you find yourself in a dark valley, don't pitch your tent. Keep moving toward the Light.
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4 years
REMEMBER -not a legalistic requirement -but a loving reminder May you find rest for your soul this Sabbath day.
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God shall supply all of your needs according to His riches in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:19)
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3 years
According to the prophet Jeremiah The LORD's mercies are new every morning. Great is His faithfulness. Do I have a witness out there?
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4 years
Read the Bible with an open heart and mind. The same Holy Spirit who spoke through the prophets wants to speak to you personally.
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May your Sabbath fellowship with Jesus, with your loved ones, and with fellow Christians, be blessed beyond measure!
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PEACE & HOPE May you and your family be blessed this Sabbath day and find peace and hope in the LORD!
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3 years
Why is Sabbath so special? Our Creator blessed the day and made it holy. He also blesses those who remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. May you and your family be blessed this Sabbath day.
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God's grace is greater than all our sin. Hallelujah!
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The One who calmed the storm on the Sea of Galilee can give you peace in the midst of any storm of life.
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2 years
Cultivate the habit of speaking well of others. Dwell upon the good qualities of those with whom you associate and see as little as possible of their errors and failings. When tempted to complain of what someone has said or done,praise something in that person's life. EGW MH492
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SABBATH REST Wishing you and your loved ones the Sabbath rest that our Creator intended.
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SABBATH REST According to Jesus, the #Sabbath is a time of blessing and healing. It's a time to rest from our labors, but most of all to rest in the rejuvenating presence of our Creator and Redeemer.
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HOPE FOR AFRICA Still praying for each precious soul who was baptized in the Hope For Africa meetings. 194,000 and counting. Each one is of infinite value to God. #Hope4Africa
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More about Jesus I would know More of His grace to others show More of His saving fullness see More of His love who died for me.
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FINISHING WELL Jacob made many mistakes in his life, but he finished well. He allowed the LORD to use him as a channel of blessing to his family and those within his circle of influence. We can make the same choice to finish well, empowered and enabled by the Spirit of God.
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Take time this Sabbath to enjoy to beauty of nature and worship your Creator.
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The LORD will keep all of His promises. Someday soon we will celebrate Sabbath together with Jesus, our Lord and Savior! John 14:1-3 Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed Sabbath!
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Worry is blind, and cannot discern the future but Jesus sees the end from the beginning....Our heavenly Father has a thousand ways to provide for us, of which we know nothing. EGW DA 330
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I'm longing for a new heavens and new earth where righteousness dwells. 2 Peter 3:13 What about you?
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Our Creator and Redeemer will keep all of His promises! Wishing you a blessed and peace-filled Sabbath.
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HOPE FOR AFRICA This weekend Pastor Mark Finley will begin evangelistic meetings in Nairobi that will be broadcast by Hope Channels in that region to 10,000 downlink locations in 11 countries. Already, more than 100,000 have been baptized in pre-meetings! Thanks for your prayers.
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Some years ago, I learned a prayer found in Steps To Christ p.70: Take me, O LORD, as wholly Yours. I lay all my plans at Your feet. Use me today in Your service. Abide with me. And may all my work be wrought in You.
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REMEMBER The Sabbath was created as a time of blessing! Praying Sabbath blessings for you and your family!
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