Quotemeal: May. 22nd, 2018

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

"The spiritual life is a stern choice. It is not a consoling retreat from the difficulties of existence, but an invitation to enter fully into that difficult existence, and there apply the Charity of God, and bear the cost."
— Evelyn Underhill

More Quotemeal

"Wisdom is, and starts with, the humility to accept the fact that you don't have all the right answers, and the courage to learn to ask the right questions."
"The test of a preacher is that his congregation goes away saying, not, "What a lovely sermon!" but, "I will do something!""
"The Holy Scriptures are our letters from home."
"Deny your weakness, and you will never realize God's strength in you."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Evelyn Underhill — "The spiritual life is a stern choice. It is not a consoling retreat from the difficulties of existence, but an invitation to enter fully into that difficult existence, and there apply the Charity of God, and bear the cost."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, May 22, 2018

A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"[Jesus said,] "Yes, I am the bread of life! Your ancestors ate manna in the wilderness, but they all died. Anyone who eats the bread from heaven,..."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a city."
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does such wonderful things."

About This Devotional

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