Quotemeal: Jul. 31st, 1946

Wednesday, July 31, 1946

"Not until we have become humble and teachable, standing in awe of God's holiness and sovereignty...acknowledging our own littleness, distrusting our own thoughts, and willing to have our minds turned upside down, can divine wisdom become ours."
— J. I. Packer

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"I’ve discovered an astonishing truth: God is attracted to weaknesses. He can’t resist those who humbly and honestly admit how desperately they need Him."
Jim Cymbala
"Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not."

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Illustration of J. I. Packer — "Not until we have become humble and teachable, standing in awe of God's holiness and sovereignty...acknowledging our own littleness, distrusting our own thoughts, and willing to have our minds turned upside down, can divine wisdom become ours."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Wednesday, July 31, 1946

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"I know the greatness of the Lord — that our Lord is greater than any other god."
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
"Even when we are weighed down with troubles, it is for your comfort and salvation! For when we ourselves are comforted, we will certainly comfort you...."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"At dawn [after the angel freed Peter from prison,] there was a great commotion among the soldiers about what had happened to Peter. Herod Agrippa..."
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
"[John the Baptizer:] "I baptize you with water, but [Jesus] will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.""

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