Quotemeal: Dec. 2nd, 1947

Tuesday, December 2, 1947

"[King] David certainly was aware that his lust for power had become a barrier to inwardness. Careers, even religious careers, may become little more than forums for our own advancement. But how are we to deal with such ambition? Our longing after Christ must exceed our need for status in the world."
— Calvin Miller

More Quotemeal

"The Spirit of God first imparts love; he next inspires hope, and then gives liberty; and this is about the last thing we have in many of our churches."
"Christ sent me to preach the gospel and he will look after the results."
Mary Slessor
"Be faithful in the little practices of love which will build in you the life of holiness and make you Christlike."
"If you want to learn to love better, you should start with a friend who you hate."
Nikka, age 6

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Illustration of Calvin Miller — "[King] David certainly was aware that his lust for power had become a barrier to inwardness. Careers, even religious careers, may become little more than forums for our own advancement. But how are we to deal with such ambition? Our longing after Christ must exceed our need for status in the world."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, December 2, 1947

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