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

More Quotemeal

"God delights to increase the faith of his children. We ought, instead of wanting no trials before victory, no exercise for patience, to be willing to take them...."
"Understanding is knowing what to do; wisdom is knowing what to do next; virtue is actually doing it."
"Time is too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love — time is eternity."
"Over the long run, love's power to forgive is stronger than hate's power to get even."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

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

A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
"Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you."
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
"Even the sweetest visits from Christ, how short they are-and how transitory! One moment our eyes see him, and we rejoice with joy unspeakable and full..."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a..."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"Then [King Agrippa, the Roman governor Festus], Bernice, and all the others stood and left. As they went out, they talked it over and agreed, "This....."

About This Devotional

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