Quotemeal: Dec. 7th, 1949

Wednesday, December 7, 1949

"A man may study because his brain is hungry for knowledge, even Bible knowledge. But he prays because his soul is hungry for God."
— Leonard Ravenhill

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Illustration

Illustration of Leonard Ravenhill — "A man may study because his brain is hungry for knowledge, even Bible knowledge. But he prays because his soul is hungry for God."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Wednesday, December 7, 1949

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