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

More Quotemeal

"Only a life lived for others is worth living."
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"Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas."

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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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The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
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A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
"[The apostles to the church in Jerusalem concerning ministering to the widows:] "And so, brothers, select seven men who are well respected and are full of the....."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Let the whole earth sing to the Lord! Each day proclaim the good news that he saves."

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