Grace is not a loan to be repaid with interest. It is a gift to be received with gratitude.
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The greatest benefit of perseverance is not the prize you attain, but the person you become in the process.
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When the fiery darts of the enemy start flying, the temptation for talented or intelligent people is to be their own shield. Bad idea.
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If Jesus knew where the fish were, he also knew where Peter’s heart was. And where yours is, too.
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“There is nobody who has ever lived or lives today who would be better off without Jesus.” -Mike Martindale
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“I have learned a deep respect for one of Goethe’s couplets: ‘Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.’ Begin it now.” -Steven Pressfield
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I’ve never taken much interest in the gaudiness of the “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” scene. I don’t need another reminder that this world measures success and wealth by stuff they use to build walls and pave the streets in heaven.
Until now. I confess, when I saw this musician’s second home, his boat and his RV, I got a little envious. Okay, a lot envious. Check out the video: