No, the thing that makes for greatness is determination, persisting in the right direction over the long haul, following your dream, staying at the task.
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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People who are close to God cultivate a personal intimacy with Him like a good gardener cultivates beautiful flowers.
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The more impossible the situation, the greater God accomplishes His work.
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Envy is one of the great enemies of active spirituality. It keeps us from loving our neighbours, from functioning with others in community, and from affirming people’s unique worth. It also steals contentment from the heart. Is there anything or anyone you are envious of?
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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.
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Walk by faith! Stop the plague of worry. Relax! Learn to say, “Lord, this is Your battle.”
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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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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.
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On tough days, you gotta have heart. Don’t quit, whatever you do. Persevere.
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If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters.
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One of the problems with worry is that it keeps you from enjoying what you have.
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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 marks of maturity is the ability to disagree without becoming disagreeable.
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We aren’t just thrown on this earth like dice tossed across a table. We are lovingly placed here for a purpose
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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.
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We shouldn’t deny the pain of what happens in our lives. We should just refuse to focus only on the valleys.
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