Quotemeal: Feb. 16th, 2008

Saturday, February 16, 2008

"God usually answers our prayers so much more according to the measure of His own magnificence, than of our asking, that we do not recognize His benefits to be those for which we sought Him."
— Coventry Patmore

More Quotemeal

"A quiet morning with a loving God puts the events of the upcoming day into proper perspective."
Janette Oke
"It is easier to renounce worldly possessions than it is to renounce the love of them."
"This is a wise, sane Christian faith: that a man commit himself, his life, and his hopes to God; that God undertakes the special protection of that man; that..."
"The whole concept of God taking human shape had never made much sense to me. That was because, I realised one wonderful day, it was so simple. For people with....."

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Coventry Patmore — "God usually answers our prayers so much more according to the measure of His own magnificence, than of our asking, that we do not recognize His benefits to be those for which we sought Him."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Saturday, February 16, 2008

Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
"Dear Father, King above all rule and authority on earth, Thank you for your holy and sure promises. Your oath is immutable. In these things in which...."
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
"The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever."
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
"[Jesus continued,] "Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.""
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who..."

About This Devotional

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