Quotemeal: Aug. 10th, 1959

Monday, August 10, 1959

"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

More Quotemeal

"Every sermon should be an agony of the soul, a passion to beget Christ in the souls of men."
"It is a vain thought to flee from the work that God appoints us, for the sake of finding a greater blessing, instead of seeking it where alone it is to be found..."
George Eliot
"If I slip into the place that can be filled by Christ alone, making myself the first necessity to a soul instead of leading it to fasten upon Him, then I know....."
"How many observe Christ's birthday! How few, his precepts! O! 'tis easier to keep holidays than commandments."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

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

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Monday, August 10, 1959

The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
"The believer is a new creature, he belongs to a holy generation and a peculiar people-the Spirit of God is in him, and in all respects he is far..."
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power."
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
"[When preparations were being made to whip Paul, he told the Roman officer that he was a Roman citizen, and the officer told the commander.] So the....."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

About This Devotional

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