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Luis Palau is an evangelist who has preached the gospel to millions of people around the globe. So why did it take him so long to discover the link between evangelism and loving one’s neighbor? Palau shares his experience of opening doors to the gospel in the city of Portland, Oregon, through serving others.<\/p>\n\n

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