What does not benefit the hive is no benefit to the bee.
Give yourself a gift: the present moment.
Marcus Aurelius was Roman emperor from 161 to 180. His reign was near the end of the Pax Romana, an era of peace and stability.
We need godly knowledge and principles to guide us, which is why we must make meditation on the Word a daily habit.
From Psalm 119:97-98: “Oh, how I love Your law! It is my meditation all day long. Your commandment makes me wiser than my enemies, for it is always with me.”
Do the steps that you’ve been shown, by everyone you’ve ever known . . . until the dance becomes your very own. (lyrics from “The Only Child”)
Let the disappointment pass, let the laughter fill your glass. (lyrics from “For a Dancer”)
Jackson Browne (born 1948) is an American singer and songwriter.
How many people are equipped to handle mistreatment after they’ve done right? Only Christians are equipped to do that. That is what makes believers stand out. That’s our uniqueness.
From Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Imagination is but another name for super intelligence.
If you write one story, it may be bad; if you write a hundred, you have the odds in your favor.
Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was an American writer His prolific career was built around adventure, science fiction, and fantasy themes. One of his most enduring characters was Tarzan.
Every day we live is a priceless gift of God, loaded with possibilities to learn something new, to gain fresh insights.
From Isaiah 43:18-19: “Do not remember the former things or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth; do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.”
Dale Evans (1912-2001) was an American actress, singer, and songwriter. She also just happened to be married to one of the most famous of Hollywood cowboys, Roy Rogers.
Taking up my “cross” means a life voluntarily surrendered to God.
From Luke 9:23: “Then He said to them all, ‘If any wish to come after Me, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow Me.'”
Arthur Walkington (A. W.) Pink (1886-1952) was an English Bible teacher and Christian writer. Following his death, many of his writings were well-received by readers. This turnabout established him as an influential evangelical author.
Few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used.
Behind every legend, strange to say, can be found a kernel of truth, a group of facts around which the legend was built.
Richard E. Byrd (1888-1957) was an American naval officer, aviator, and explorer of both polar regions. He was born in Westchester, Virginia.
Patience achieves more than our force.
From James 1:12: “Blessed is anyone who endures temptation. Such a one has stood the test and will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him.”
Edmund Burke (1729-1797) was an Anglo-Irish statesman, economist, and philosopher. He served in the British House of Commons from 1766-1794.
We should do more and talk less.
It is better to wear out than to rust out.
Mary Ann Shadd Cary (1823-1893) was an American-Canadian anti-slavery activist, journalist, publisher, teacher, and lawyer. Her life journey included many accomplishments: the first African-American female publisher in North America, and the first female publisher in Canada. Her first quote was published by abolitionist Frederick Douglass’ newspaper in 1848 when he solicited suggestions on how to improve life for all African-Americans.
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