Quotemeal: Aug. 8th, 2003

Friday, August 8, 2003

"Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne well those laid on you; it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently."
— François de Sales

More Quotemeal

"God is not moved or impressed with our worship until our hearts are moved and impressed by Him."
Kelly Sparks
"The virtuous soul that is alone and without a master is like a lone burning coal; it will grow colder rather than hotter."
"We ought not to be weary of doing little things for the love of God, who regards not the greatness of the work, but the love with which it is performed."
"Have you thought about His (God) handling of the gospel? God needs to get a message out to the human race, without which they will perish...forever. What's..."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of François de Sales — "Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne well those laid on you; it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Friday, August 8, 2003

A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you."
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"When Jesus heard [that the man he had healed was thrown out of the synagogue], he found the man and asked, "Do you believe in the Son of Man?" The..."
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
"Dear Father, grower of spiritual fruit, Let the fruit of the Spirit blossom, mature, and ripen in my life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness,..."
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
"It is a delightful and profitable occupation to mark the hand of God in the lives of ancient saints, and to observe his goodness in delivering them,....."

About This Devotional

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