Pericles Quotes

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Wait for that wisest of all counselors, Time.

What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others.

Pericles was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens.  He has sometimes been referred to as “the first citizen of Athens.”

Samuel Rutherford Quote

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You shall be faith sustain yourself and comfort yourself in your Lord, and be strong in His power.

From Proverbs 3:3-4:  “Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart.  Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and of people.”

Samuel Rutherford (1600-1661) was a Scottish pastor and Christian theologian.

Charles Swindoll Quote

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Pride, fear, resentment, and habit are all tough evidences of the flesh.  But those who are being shaped into the image of Christ do not go the way of the flesh.

From 1 Timothy 4:7-8:  “Train yourself in godliness, for, while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”

James A. Garfield Quotes

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Next to importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which neither freedom nor justice can be permanently maintained.

The chief duty of government is to keep the peace and stand out of the sunshine of the people.

James A. Garfield (1831-1881) was the 20th President of the United States.

Henri Nouwen Quote

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Pay attention to the people God puts in your path if you want to discern what God is up to in your life.

From Romans 8:28:  “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose.”

Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch priest, professor, writer, and theologian.

Thomas Edison Quotes

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Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

Our greatest weakness lies in giving up.  The  most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.

Thomas Edison (1847-1931) was an American inventor and businessman.  His birthplace was Milan, Ohio.

Oswald Chambers Quote

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“God is our Refuge”–nothing can come through that shelter.

From Psalm 31:3-4:  “You are indeed my rock and my fortress; for Your name’s sake lead me and guide me; take me out of the net that is hidden for me, for You are my refuge.”

Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher.  Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons.  Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST.  I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.

Carmela Dutra Quotes

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Anyone can take an adventure even if it’s only in your own backyard.  Let your imagination be your adventure and see where it takes you.

Laughter is like a little miracle we all experience everyday.

Carmela Dutra is an American author.  She excels as both a writer and illustrator.

Mount Rushmore Presidents Quotes

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Mount Rushmore National Monument is located in South Dakota’s Black Hills.  The sculptured figures of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln stand watch.  

George Washington (1789-1797)

Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.

 

Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865)

You cannot build character and courage by taking away people’s initiative and independence.

 

John Ross MacDuff Quote

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The very voices of the night, sounding like the moan of the tempest, may turn out to be the disguised yet tender voices of God.

From Psalm 85:8:  “Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for He will speak peace to His people, to His faithful, to those who turn to Him in their hearts.”

John Ross MacDuff (1818-1895) was a Scottish pastor and prolific Christian writer.