Quotemeal: Nov. 10th, 2013

Sunday, November 10, 2013

"Obedience is the burial of the will and the resurrection of humility."
— John Climacus

More Quotemeal

"God doesn't want us to know that He is faithful just because the Bible says so, but He wants to show Himself faithful in our lives."
Robert Ekh
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"Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne well those laid on you; it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently."
"The great thing in the world is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving."
Holmes

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Illustration of John Climacus — "Obedience is the burial of the will and the resurrection of humility."

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