Quotemeal: Mar. 9th, 2017

Thursday, March 9, 2017

"God examines both rich and poor, not according to their lands and houses, but according to the riches of their hearts."
— St. Augustine of Hippo

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Illustration of St. Augustine of Hippo — "God examines both rich and poor, not according to their lands and houses, but according to the riches of their hearts."

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