Quotemeal: May. 23rd, 1959

Saturday, May 23, 1959

"To make the improving of our own character our central aim is hardly the highest kind of goodness. True goodness forgets itself and goes out to do the right thing for no other reason than that it is right."
— Lesslie Newbigin

More Quotemeal

"Christ, having sacrificed himself once, is to eternity a certain and valid sacrifice for the sins of all faithful."
"We can love the world, or love God. If we love the world, there will be no room in our heart for the love of God. We cannot love both God, who is eternal, and...."
"All the graces of a Christian spring from the death of self."
Madame Guyon
"Bless us Lord, this Christmas, with quietness of mind; Teach us to be patient and always to be kind."

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Illustration of Lesslie Newbigin — "To make the improving of our own character our central aim is hardly the highest kind of goodness. True goodness forgets itself and goes out to do the right thing for no other reason than that it is right."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Saturday, May 23, 1959

A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
"Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Many seek the ruler’s favor, but justice comes from the Lord."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"There were no needy people among [the disciples], because those who owned land or houses would sell them and bring the money to the apostles to give....."
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
"To every matter there is a bright as well as a dark side. Rachel was overwhelmed with the sorrow of her own travail and death; Jacob, though weeping....."
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
"Praise the Lord! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Who can list the glorious miracles of the Lord? Who can....."

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