Quotemeal: Nov. 15th, 2018

Thursday, November 15, 2018

"Jesus hath many lovers of His heavenly Kingdom, but few bearers of His Cross. He hath many desirous of consolation, but few of tribulation. Many love Jesus so long as no adversities befall them."
— Thomas à Kempis

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Illustration of Thomas à Kempis — "Jesus hath many lovers of His heavenly Kingdom, but few bearers of His Cross. He hath many desirous of consolation, but few of tribulation. Many love Jesus so long as no adversities befall them."

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