Quotemeal: Jan. 16th, 1955

Sunday, January 16, 1955

"I often wonder if my knowledge about God has not become my greatest stumbling block to my knowledge of God."
— Henri Nouwen

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Illustration of Henri Nouwen — "I often wonder if my knowledge about God has not become my greatest stumbling block to my knowledge of God."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Sunday, January 16, 1955

Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'The Holy Parade' (1 Co. 4:8-13)
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Spiritual Warfare
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Morning & Evening
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
Morning Thought: Isaiah 53:12
"Why did Jesus suffer himself to be enrolled amongst sinners? This wonderful condescension was justified by many powerful reasons. In such a character...."
What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'Doesn't Fit My Religious Agenda' (Jn. 5:8-10)
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