Quotemeal: Feb. 25th, 2012

Saturday, February 25, 2012

"The value of compassion cannot be over-emphasized. Anyone can criticize. It takes a true believer to be compassionate. No greater burden can be borne by an individual than to know no one cares or understands."
— Arthur H. Stainback

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Illustration of Arthur H. Stainback — "The value of compassion cannot be over-emphasized. Anyone can criticize. It takes a true believer to be compassionate. No greater burden can be borne by an individual than to know no one cares or understands."

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