Quotemeal: Aug. 7th, 1955

Sunday, August 7, 1955

"Living for others, commitment to God's redeeming purposes, is a means of grace. We give because of our faith, and it deepens as we give. If we permit ourselves and our people to give casually, we are really teaching contempt."
— Richard S. Emrich

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Illustration of Richard S. Emrich — "Living for others, commitment to God's redeeming purposes, is a means of grace. We give because of our faith, and it deepens as we give. If we permit ourselves and our people to give casually, we are really teaching contempt."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Sunday, August 7, 1955

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"Tell the world [all the wonderful things God has done to save and bless you] — sing it out!"
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A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
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Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.