Quotemeal: Aug. 26th, 2004

Thursday, August 26, 2004

"Christ was in agony in prayer, Luke 22:44. Many when they pray are rather in lethargy, than in an agony. When they are about the world they are all fire; when they are at prayer, they are all ice."
— Thomas Watson

More Quotemeal

"Wherever riches have increased, the essence of religion has decreased in the same proportion."
— John Wesley —
"No subject of contemplation will tend more to humble the mind, than thoughts of God."
— Charles H. Spurgeon —
"You are not an accident. Your birth was no mistake or mishap, and your life is no fluke of nature. Your parents may not have planned you, but God did. ... Long...."
— Rick Warren —
"One is a Christian 7/24/365 or he is but a tinkling cymbal."
— Richard H. Jett —

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Thomas Watson — "Christ was in agony in prayer, Luke 22:44. Many when they pray are rather in lethargy, than in an agony. When they are about the world they are all fire; when they are at prayer, they are all ice."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Thursday, August 26, 2004

Spiritual Warfare
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
'Many Have Endured: You Can, Too!' (He. 12:1)
"Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness],..."
Today's Verse
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
Psalm 121:7-8
"The LORD will keep you from all harm — he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore."
Passion for Praise
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
'God Who Shows Me Unfailing Love' (Ps. 59:16-17)
"But as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of..."
What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'Know Your Enemy' (Jn. 8:41-44)
"[To the Jews, Jesus continued,] "No, you are imitating your real father." They replied, "We aren't illegitimate children! God himself is our true...."

About This Devotional

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

More Quotemeal