Quotemeal: Jul. 3rd, 1956

Tuesday, July 3, 1956

"Free will is not the liberty to do whatever one likes, but the power of doing whatever one sees ought to be done, even in the very face of otherwise overwhelming impulse. There lies freedom, indeed."
— George Macdonald

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Illustration of George Macdonald — "Free will is not the liberty to do whatever one likes, but the power of doing whatever one sees ought to be done, even in the very face of otherwise overwhelming impulse. There lies freedom, indeed."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, July 3, 1956

A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
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A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed."
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
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Quotemeal is a daily dose of Christian quotes to inspire and encourage.