Quotemeal: Apr. 16th, 1954

Friday, April 16, 1954

"God gives us just enough to seek him, and never enough to fully find Him. To do more would inhibit our freedom, and our freedom is very dear to God."
— Ron Hansen

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Illustration of Ron Hansen — "God gives us just enough to seek him, and never enough to fully find Him.  To do more would inhibit our freedom, and our freedom is very dear to God."

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