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When you accept the fact that sometimes seasons are dry and times are hard and that God is in control of both, you will discover a sense of divine refuge, because the hope then is in God and not in yourself.

Charles R. Swindoll

I believe the single most significant decision I can make on a day-to-day basis is my choice of attitude. It is more important than my past, my education, my bankroll, my successes or failures, fame or pain, what other people think of me or say about me, my circumstances, or my position.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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We continually encounter hardships. People disappoint us. We disappoint ourselves. But God is constant and compassionate. We are not alone. He cares. Against all reason, the transcendent God loves us so much that He has committed Himself to us.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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Vision is the ability to see God’s presence, to perceive God’s power, to focus on God’s plan in spite of the obstacles.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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Acceptance is taking from God’s hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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If God’s people are to be living examples of one thing, that thing ought to be – it must be – compassion.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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Battles are won in the trenches, in the grit and grime of courageous determination; they are won day by day in the arena of life.
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Encourage one another. Many times a word of praise or thanks or appreciation or cheer has kept people on their feet.
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The size of a challenge should never be measured by what we have to offer. It will never be enough. Furthermore, provision is God’s responsibility, not ours. We are merely called to commit what we have – even if it’s no more than a sack lunch.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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Focusing intently on Christ naturally results in a lifestyle of increasingly greater selflessness. And it has another benefit. Gazing on Christ gives us greater ability to look past life’s trials and remain calm in the midst of what others would call chaos.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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God does not dispense strength and encouragement like a druggist fills your prescription. The Lord doesn’t promise to give us something to take so we can handle our weary moments. He promises us Himself. That is all. And that is enough.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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I’m here today to warn you: I want you to watch out for the adversary. Guard yourself from any spirit of entitlement. Restrain any and all subtle temptation to gain attention or to find ways to promote yourself.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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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.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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[God] is able to take your life, with all of the heartache, all of the pain, all of the regret, all of the missed opportunities, and use you for His glory.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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If you never get criticized, chances are you aren’t getting anything done.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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Today is unique! It has never occurred and it will never be repeated. At midnight it will end, quietly, suddenly, totally. Forever. But the hours between now and then are opportunities with eternal possibilities.
CHARLES R. SWINDOLL

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When you accept the fact that sometimes seasons are dry and times are hard and that God is in control of both, you will discover a sense of divine refuge, because the hope then is in God and not in yourself.

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When you accept the fact that sometimes seasons are dry and times are hard and that God is in control of both, you will discover a sense of divine refuge, because the hope then is in God and not in yourself.

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