Quotemeal: May. 5th, 1962

Saturday, May 5, 1962

"Prayer wonderfully clears the vision; steadies the nerves; defines duty; stiffens the purpose; sweetens and strengthens the spirit."
— S. D. Gordon

More Quotemeal

"Nobody ever outgrows Scripture; the book widens and deepens with our years."
"God usually answers our prayers so much more according to the measure of His own magnificence, than of our asking, that we do not recognize His benefits to be....."
"The chief pang of most trials is not so much the actual suffering itself as our own spirit of resistance to it."
"I have had more trouble with myself than with any other man I have ever met."
Dwight Moody

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of S. D. Gordon — "Prayer wonderfully clears the vision; steadies the nerves; defines duty; stiffens the purpose; sweetens and strengthens the spirit."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Saturday, May 5, 1962

A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"As [Saul] was approaching Damascus on this mission [to arrest and kill Christians], a light from heaven suddenly shone down around him. He fell to..."
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"[Jesus said,] "As it is written in the Scriptures, 'They will all be taught by God.' Everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him comes to....."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"I will tell about your righteous deeds all day long, for everyone who tried to hurt me has been shamed and humiliated."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord."

About This Devotional

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