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Oct 2024
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A New Era Of Apologetics, Ecumenism, and...

MATT FRADD
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Gavin Ortlund is a pastor, author, speaker, and Christian apologist known for his deep theological insights and commitment to gospel assurance. As the President of Truth Unites and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville, he has authored several books and numerous articles, making significant contributions to contemporary Christian thought He is also a dedicated family man, married to Esther, with five children.

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