Quotemeal: Jan. 8th, 2008

Tuesday, January 8, 2008

"You were planned for God's pleasure. ... God did not NEED to create you, but he CHOSE to create you for ... his benefit, his glory, his purpose, and his delight."
— Rick Warren

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Illustration of Rick Warren — "You were planned for God's pleasure. ... God did not NEED to create you, but he CHOSE to create you for ... his benefit, his glory, his purpose, and his delight."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Praying with Paul
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'Men's Improper Conduct' (Ro. 1:26-31)
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God's Holy Fire
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'God's Gracious Supply' (1 Th. 4:7-8)
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Unstoppable!
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
'Waiting in Jerusalem to Begin' (Acts 1:6-8)
"So when the apostles were with Jesus, they kept asking him, "Lord, has the time come for you to free Israel and restore our kingdom?" He replied,..."
Passion for Praise
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
'I will Trust in Your Good Name' (Ps. 52:9)
"I will praise you forever, O God, for what you have done. I will trust in your good name in the presence of your faithful people."

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

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