Quotemeal: Dec. 12th, 1963

Thursday, December 12, 1963

"When purity is reduced to legalism, our hearts are no longer free; they are focused more on maintaining rituals and customs than on living out a genuine character change."
— David Edwards

More Quotemeal

"As sure as God puts His children in the furnace he will be in the furnace with them."
"The surest hindrance of success is to have too high a standard of refinement in our own minds, or too high an opinion of the judgement of the public. He who is...."
Hazlitt
"The truth is, living in agreement with God will bring His conviction when we are disobedient. Conviction may feel like a negative thing, but it's just as much a..."
"God is God. Because He is God, He is worthy of my trust and obedience. I will find rest nowhere but in His holy will, a will that is unspeakably beyond my..."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of David Edwards — "When purity is reduced to legalism, our hearts are no longer free; they are focused more on maintaining rituals and customs than on living out a genuine character change."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Thursday, December 12, 1963

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord! I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly people."
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"[Peter continued his sermon:] "Now [Jesus] is exalted to the place of highest honor in heaven, at God's right hand. And the Father, as he had..."

About This Devotional

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