The stronger the winds, the deeper the roots, and the longer the winds, the more beautiful the tree.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLLPeople who soar, are those who refuse to sit back and wish things would change
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On tough days, you gotta have heart. Don’t quit, whatever you do. Persevere.
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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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Acceptance is taking from God’s hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving.
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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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One of the problems with worry is that it keeps you from enjoying what you have.
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A teardrop on earth summons the King of heaven.
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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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Authentic men aren’t afraid to show affection, release their feelings, hug their children, cry when they’re sad, admit it when they’re wrong, and ask for help when they need it.
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If we choose to be offended when we don’t get our own way, Then we’re going to live constantly on the edge of anger. But if we say to ourselves, ” A merry heart does good like a medicine,” It’ll make all the difference in the world.
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Patience is a bitter plant that produces sweet fruit.
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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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People who are close to God cultivate a personal intimacy with Him like a good gardener cultivates beautiful flowers.
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Honesty has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it. No ulterior motives. No hidden meanings. An absence of hypocrisy, duplicity, political games, and verbal superficiality. As honesty and real integrity characterize our lives, there will be no need to manipulate others.
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God’s heavenly plan doesn’t always make earthly sense.
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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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