Quotemeal: Oct. 15th, 2005

Saturday, October 15, 2005

"To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love."
— Thomas Merton

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F. Lincicome
"Nobody seriously believes the universe was made by God without being persuaded that He takes care of His works."
John Calvin
"The acknowledgment of our weakness is the first step in repairing our loss."

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Illustration of Thomas Merton — "To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything.  Every breath we draw is a gift of His love."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Saturday, October 15, 2005

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Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.