Quotemeal: Feb. 3rd, 1955

Thursday, February 3, 1955

"The really important thing in life is not the avoidance of mistakes, but the obedience of faith. By obedience, the man is led step by step to correct his errors, whereas nothing will ever happen to him if he doesn't get going."
— Paul Tournier

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Illustration of Paul Tournier — "The really important thing in life is not the avoidance of mistakes, but the obedience of faith.  By obedience, the man is led step by step to correct his errors, whereas nothing will ever happen to him if he doesn't get going."

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