Quotemeal for Thursday, January 5, 1956

"The real danger of legalism is that it produces a sense of attainment that short-circuits our call to live the life of Yes thorugh Christ. Self-achievement brings a false sense of assurance that somehow we can live a pure life in our own ability. This attitude ultimately leads us to cut ourselves off from the heart of God and, in turn, to deny our true identity in Christ."

— David Edwards

More Quotemeal

"If one first gives himself to the Lord, all other giving is easy."

— Robert Harris —

"Forgiveness of sins is the very heart of Christianity, and yet it is a very dangerous thing to preach."

— Martin Luther —

"Other sins find their vent in the accomplishment of evil deeds, whereas pride lies in wait for good deeds, to destroy them."

— St. Augustine of Hippo —

"God sees with utter clarity who we are. He is undeceived as to our warts and wickedness. But when God looks at us that is not all He sees. He also sees who we....."

— John Ortberg —