Quotemeal for Sunday, January 2, 2011

"Against the backdrop of people who avoid work, cut corners, and do half-hearted jobs, a diligent man stands out. Practicing diligence is an excellent way to stand out for Christ at home, in the workplace, and even at church. Today, complete each one of your tasks, however big or small, with diligence."

— Dr. David Jeremiah

More Quotemeal

"The virtuous soul that is alone and without a master is like a lone burning coal; it will grow colder rather than hotter."

— John of the Cross —

"Purity of heart and simplicity are of great force with Almighty God, who is in purity most singular, and of nature most simple."

— St. Gregory the Great —

"Not until we have become humble and teachable, standing in awe of God's holiness and sovereignty...acknowledging our own littleness, distrusting our own..."

— J. I. Packer —