The deepest desire of our hearts is for union for God. God created us for union with himself. This is the original purpose of our lives.
BRENNAN MANNINGOn the last day, Jesus will look us over not for medals, diplomas, or honors, but for scars.
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If asked whether I am finally letting God love me, just as I am, I would answer, ‘No, but I’m trying.
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I asked for wonder, and He gave it to me.
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Tragedy is that our attention centers on what people are not, rather than on what they are and who they might become.
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Genuine self-acceptance is not derived from the power of positive thinking, mind games or pop psychology. IT IS AN ACT OF FAITH in the God of grace.
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Our hearts of stone become hearts of flesh when we learn where the outcast weeps.
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In every encounter we either give life or we drain it; there is no neutral exchange.
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Be daring enough to be different, humble enough to make mistakes, wild enough to be burnt in the fire of love, real enough to make others see how phony you are.
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Anyone we come in contact with, we either offer them life, or we drain them.
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I have been seized by the power of a great affection.
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Ruthless trust ultimately comes down to this: faith in the person of Jesus and hope in his promise.
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The temptation of the age is to look good without being good.
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Letting ourselves be loved by God is more important than loving God.
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When our inner child is not nurtured and nourished, our minds gradually close to new ideas, unprofitable commitments and the surprises of the Spirit.
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God is enough. That is the root of peace. When we start seeking something besides Him, we lose it.
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On the last day, Jesus will look us over not for medals, diplomas, or honors, but for scars.
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