Quotemeal: Jan. 1st, 2018

Monday, January 1, 2018

"Time has no divisions to mark its passage, there is never a thunder-storm or blare of trumpets to announce the beginning of a new month or year. Even when a new century begins it is only we mortals who ring bells and fire off pistols."
— Thomas Mann

More Quotemeal

"Obedience is the burial of the will and the resurrection of humility."
"Never let mistakes or wrong directions, of which every man falls into many, discourage you. There is precious instruction to be got by finding where we were..."
"Faith doesn't make anything happen - faith rests on something that has happened!"
"Pride is tasteless, colorless and sizeless. Yet it is the hardest thing to swallow."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Thomas Mann — "Time has no divisions to mark its passage, there is never a thunder-storm or blare of trumpets to announce the beginning of a new month or year. Even when a new century begins it is only we mortals who ring bells and fire off pistols."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Monday, January 1, 2018

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord; praise God our savior! For each day he carries us in his arms."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"Suddenly, there was a bright light in the cell, and an angel of the Lord stood before Peter. The angel struck him on the side to awaken him and said,..."
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
"[God] said, "Without question these are my people, children who would never betray me." So he became their Savior. In all their troubles, he was troubled, too....."

About This Devotional

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