Quotemeal: Aug. 17th, 1942

Monday, August 17, 1942

"Perhaps one reason God delays His answers to our prayers is because He knows we need to be with Him far more than we need the things we ask of Him."
— Ben Patterson

More Quotemeal

"Our misery is that we thirst so little for these sublime things, and so much for the mocking trifles of time and space."
— Charles H. Spurgeon —
"It is easier to renounce worldly possessions than it is to renounce the love of them."
— Walter Hilton —
"God is, and all is well."
— John Greenleaf Whittier —
"Men can heal lust. Angels can heal malice. God alone can cure pride."
— John Climacus —

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Ben Patterson — "Perhaps one reason God delays His answers to our prayers is because He knows we need to be with Him far more than we need the things we ask of Him."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Monday, August 17, 1942

Daily Wisdom
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
Psalm 119:1
"Blessed are they whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord."
God's Holy Fire
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
'Ignoring the Spirit' (Is. 30:1)
""What sorrow awaits my rebellious children," says the Lord. "You make plans that are contrary to mine. You make alliances not directed by my Spirit, thus piling..."
Unstoppable!
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
'Peter is Next' (Acts 12:3)
"When Herod saw how much [executing James, the brother of John,] pleased the Jewish people, he also arrested Peter. (This took place during the..."
What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'I Know What My Bible Says!' (Jn. 9:30-33)
""Why, that's very strange!" the man replied [to the Jewish authorities. "Jesus] healed my eyes, and yet you don't know where he comes from? We know..."

About This Devotional

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

More Quotemeal