Quotemeal: Jan. 1st, 1950

Sunday, January 1, 1950

"Time has no divisions to mark its passage, there is never a thunder-storm or blare of trumpets to announce the beginning of a new month or year. Even when a new century begins it is only we mortals who ring bells and fire off pistols."
— Thomas Mann

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Illustration of Thomas Mann — "Time has no divisions to mark its passage, there is never a thunder-storm or blare of trumpets to announce the beginning of a new month or year. Even when a new century begins it is only we mortals who ring bells and fire off pistols."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Sunday, January 1, 1950

A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"For the waywardness of the simple will kill them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them; but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease,...."
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
"Having hope will give you courage. You will be protected and will rest in safety. You will lie down unafraid, and many will look to you for help. But..."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord! Sing to the Lord a new song. Sing his praises in the assembly of the faithful."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"And every day, in the Temple and from house to house, [these early disciples] continued to teach and preach this message: "Jesus is the Messiah.""

About This Devotional

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