Quotemeal: Aug. 7th, 1947

Thursday, August 7, 1947

"Living for others, commitment to God's redeeming purposes, is a means of grace. We give because of our faith, and it deepens as we give. If we permit ourselves and our people to give casually, we are really teaching contempt."
— Richard S. Emrich

More Quotemeal

"Wicked men obey from fear; good men, from love."
Aristotle
"For the power Thou hast given me to lay hold of things unseen: For the strong sense I have that this is not my home: For my restless heart which nothing finite..."
John Baillie
"The unbelieving mind would not be convinced by any proof, and the worshiping heart needs none."
A. W. Tozer
"I have had more trouble with myself than with any other man I have ever met."
Dwight Moody

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Richard S. Emrich — "Living for others, commitment to God's redeeming purposes, is a means of grace. We give because of our faith, and it deepens as we give. If we permit ourselves and our people to give casually, we are really teaching contempt."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Thursday, August 7, 1947

Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
"Dear Father, May we never lessen our commitment to you because someone criticizes us. Instead, let us set an example in speech and conduct, in love,...."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"Paul went first to Derbe and then to Lystra, where there was a young disciple named Timothy. His mother was a Jewish believer, but his father was a....."
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"[After people told the Pharisees that Jesus had raised Lazarus,] the leading priests and Pharisees called the high council together. "What are we..."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ."

About This Devotional

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