Quotemeal: Aug. 27th, 1959

Thursday, August 27, 1959

"It seems to me, as time goes on, that the only thing that is worth seeking for is to know and to be known by Christ — a privilege open alone to the childlike, who, with receptivity, guilelessness, and humility, move Godward."
— Charles H. Brent

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— Roy L. Smith —
"The deepest desire of our hearts is for union for God. God created us for union with himself. This is the original purpose of our lives."
— Brennan Manning —

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Illustration of Charles H. Brent — "It seems to me, as time goes on, that the only thing that is worth seeking for is to know and to be known by Christ — a privilege open alone to the childlike, who, with receptivity, guilelessness, and humility, move Godward."

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

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