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Questions about how one can handle persistent feelings of guilt over past sins that remain despite repentance and forgiveness in Christ and how to help someone overcome her doubt that God can love her.
* How can one handle persistent feelings of guilt over past sins that remain despite repentance and forgiveness in Christ?
* What can I do to help my partner overcome her doubt that God can love her?
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