I used to be afraid of failing at something that really mattered to me, but now I’m more afraid of succeeding at things that don’t matter.
BOB GOFFHe asks if we’ll give up that thing we’re so proud of, that thing we believe causes us to matter in the eyes of the world, and give it up to follow Him. He’s asking us, ‘Will you take what you think defines you, leave it behind, and let Me define who you are instead?’
More Bob Goff Quotes
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God finds us in the holes we dig for ourselves. We see failures; He sees foundations.
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Living a life of following Christ means constant interruptions.
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Whatever you’re aiming for, God’s better.
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Do what lasts, get around to everything else.
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Do one thing that’s heroic for you today – big or small – and fear won’t define you anymore.
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We can be the light of the world without leaving our high beams on and annoying everybody.
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Stop telling people how far they have left to go. Instead tell them how far they’ve come.
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Something happens when you feel ownership. You no longer act like a spectator or consumer, because you’re an owner. Faith is at its best when it’s that way too. It’s best lived when it’s owned.
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We plant sod where God wants 2 plant seed. He’s more interested in growing our character than having us look finished.
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Grace draws a circle around everyone and says they’re in.
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There’s a lot to be concerned about; there’s more to be hopeful for.
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We’ll fill our lives with what we cultivate the most. Plant grace by the acre.
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The battle for our hearts is fought on the pages of our calendar.
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We determine how much influence we’ll have, when we decide how available we’ll be.
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Courage isn’t the absence of fear, it’s just deciding that fear isn’t calling the shots anymore
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