Quotemeal: Jan. 9th, 1939

Monday, January 9, 1939

"Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish."
— John Quincy Adams

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Illustration of John Quincy Adams — "Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish."

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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.