Quotemeal: Dec. 9th, 1948

Thursday, December 9, 1948

"One filled with joy preaches without preaching."
— Mother Teresa

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Illustration of Mother Teresa — "One filled with joy preaches without preaching."

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