Quotemeal: Aug. 20th, 1947

Wednesday, August 20, 1947

"Purity of heart and simplicity are of great force with Almighty God, who is in purity most singular, and of nature most simple."
— St. Gregory the Great

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"Bear in mind there is no situation in life for which you cannot find some word or consolation in Scripture."
— D.L. Moody —
"For Christ is the God over all, who has arranged to wash away sin from mankind, rendering the old man new."
— Hippolytus —
"Those of us who are most familiar with the Spirit's promises are in the greatest danger. ... familiarity may not breed contempt, but it takes the edge off awe....."
"Above all, desire to please Christ; dread his disapproval above everything else."

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Illustration of St. Gregory the Great — "Purity of heart and simplicity are of great force with Almighty God, who is in purity most singular, and of nature most simple."

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