Quotemeal: May. 29th, 2009

Friday, May 29, 2009

"God has given us two ears, but one tongue, to show that we should be swift to hear, but slow to speak. God has set a double fence before the tongue, the teeth and the lips, to teach us to be wary that we offend not with our tongue."
— Thomas Watson

More Quotemeal

"A man may study because his brain is hungry for knowledge, even Bible knowledge. But he prays because his soul is hungry for God."
— Leonard Ravenhill —
"If we really think that home is elsewhere, and that this life is a 'wandering to find home,' why should I not look forward to the arrival?"
— C. S. Lewis —
"God might want you to extend his love by offering to baby-sit for the single parent down the street. He might want you to prepare a hearty meal for that lonely...."
— Amy Nappa —
"It is comforting to know that the God who guides us sees tomorrow more clearly than we see yesterday."
— Author Unknown —

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

Illustration

Illustration of Thomas Watson — "God has given us two ears, but one tongue, to show that we should be swift to hear, but slow to speak. God has set a double fence before the tongue, the teeth and the lips, to teach us to be wary that we offend not with our tongue."

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Friday, May 29, 2009

Today's Verse
A daily devotional featuring a Bible verse, thought and prayer.
James 5:16
"Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective."
Daily Wisdom
A daily devotional featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.
Proverbs 11:1
"The Lord abhors dishonest scales, but accurate weights are his delight."
God's Holy Fire
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
'Pentecost and the Promised Spirit' (Jl. 2:28-29)
"[The Lord said:] "I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see..."
Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Life through Christ' (1 Co. 15:21-23)
"Dear Father, worthy God, You have declared that just as death came through the sin of one man, so life comes through one man's resurrection from the...."

About This Devotional

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

More Quotemeal