We cannot change our past. We can not change the fact that people act in a certain way. We can not change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLLAll he asks is that we trust Him, that we stand before Him in integrity and faith. God is just waiting for us to trust Him.
More Charles R. Swindoll Quotes
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Allow me to offer a simple definition of wisdom. Wisdom is looking at life from God’s point of view.
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People who soar, are those who refuse to sit back and wish things would change
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Attitude keeps me going or cripples my progress. It alone fuels my fire or assaults my hopes. When my attitudes are right, there is no barrier too high, no valley too deep, no dream too extreme, no challenge too great for me.
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You know one of the most encouraging things about faith? It pleases God.
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If you want to stop an argument, close your mouth.
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Dream big don’t let anybody or anything break your wishbone. Stay strong, full of faith, and courageous. Keep that backbone straight. And along the way, don’t forget to laugh and enjoy the journey.
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Every one of us can blame somebody for something that has happened in our lives. But don’t waste your time. What we need most is a steady stream of love flowing among us. Love that quickly forgives, willingly overlooks, and refuses to take offense.
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On tough days, you gotta have heart. Don’t quit, whatever you do. Persevere.
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Love has been called the most effective motivational force in all the world. When love is at work in us, it is remarkable how giving and forgiving, understanding and tolerant we can be.
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One of the problems with worry is that it keeps you from enjoying what you have.
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Don’t expect wisdom to come into your life like great chunks of rock on a conveyor belt. Wisdom comes privately from God as a byproduct of right decisions, godly reactions, and the application of spiritual principles to daily circumstances.
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Consistency: It’s the jewel worth wearing; It’s the anchor worth weighing; It’s the thread worth weaving; It’s a battle worth winning.
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If you never get criticized, chances are you aren’t getting anything done.
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The remarkable thing is, we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day.
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God often does His best work in us when He catches us by surprise and introduces a change that is completely against our own desire.
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