What makes humility so desirable in the marvelous thing it does to us; it creates in us a capacity for the closest possible intimacy with God.
From 1 Peter 5:5-6: “And all of you must clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’ Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, so that He may exalt you in due time.”
Monica Baldwin (1893-1975) was a British writer.
Savor the moments that are warm and special and giggly.
You always have two choices: your commitment versus your fear.
Sammy Davis Jr. (1925-1990) was an American singer, dancer, and actor.
Keep your soul fit to manifest the life of the Son of God. Never live on memories; let the Word of God be always living and active in you.
From 2 Corinthians 4:11: “For we who are living are always being handed over to death for Jesus’s sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our mortal flesh.”
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.
In all debates, let truth be thy aim, not victory, or an unjust interest.
No man is fit to command another that cannot command himself.
William Penn (1644-1718) was an English writer and religious thinker. This influential Quaker founded the province of Pennsylvania in the American colonies under British rule.
The place where God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.
From John 15:16: “You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask Him in My name.”
Frederick Buechner (1926-2022) was an American pastor, Christian theologian, and author. His writings were published in 39 books, which included several different genres.
Even as we rest in what God has done on our behalf, let us be on the tiptoe of expectancy–working, serving, giving, loving, keeping the faith and demonstrating that faith to the world of men and woman around us.
From 3 John 1:4: “I have no greater joy than this, to hear that My children are walking in the truth.”
Some journeys in life can only be traveled alone.
The best part of the journey is the surprise and wonder along the way.
Ken Piorot is an American author, entrepreneur, and public speaker.
A state of mind that sees God in everything is evidence of growth in grace and a thankful heart.
From Jeremiah 23:23-24: “Am I a God near by, says the Lord, and not a God far off? Who can hide in secret places so that I cannot see them? says the Lord. Do I not fill heaven and earth? says the Lord.”
Charles Finney (1792-1875) was an American pastor and Christian evangelist. In the years before America’s Civil War, he was an outspoken opponent of slavery.
Like the seasons of the year, life changes frequently and drastically. You enjoy it or endure it as it comes and goes, as it ebbs and flows.
I’ll just take amusement at being a paradox.
Burgess Meredith (1907-1997) was an American actor and filmmaker. His career encompassed more than 60 years with many noteworthy performances in film, theater, and television.
God is sheer mercy and grace.
From Psalm 103:8: “The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.”
Eugene Peterson (1932-2018) was an American pastor, theologian, and Christian author.
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