Quotemeal: Aug. 16th, 1956

Thursday, August 16, 1956

"If any man should ask me what is the first, second, and third part of being a Christian, I must answer "Action!""
— Thomas Brooks

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Illustration of Thomas Brooks — "If any man should ask me what is the first, second, and third part of being a Christian, I must answer "Action!""

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Thursday, August 16, 1956

The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
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Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
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A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
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A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"[Jesus continued his prayer,] "I have revealed you to the ones you gave me from this world. They were always yours. You gave them to me, and they have..."

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