Quotemeal: Jan. 19th, 2018

Friday, January 19, 2018

"Gratitude is the most fruitful way of deepening your consciousness that you are not an "accident," but a divine choice."
— Henri Nouwen

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"Knowing that I am not the one in control gives great encouragement. Knowing the One who is in control is everything."
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"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."
"The church exists by mission, as fire exists by burning."
Emil Brunner

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Illustration of Henri Nouwen — "Gratitude is the most fruitful way of deepening your consciousness that you are not an "accident," but a divine choice."

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