One reason why we fail to hear God speak is that we are not attentive. We suffer from what might be called ‘spiritual mindlessness.’
JOHN ORTBERGReal question is not who was this man (Jesus), but who is this man?
More John Ortberg Quotes
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God is a God of endless opportunities to do good; the God of the open door.
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Prudence is not hesitation, procrastination, or moderation. It is not driving in the middle of the road. It is not the way of ambivalence, indecision, or safety.
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Grace is the offer of God’s ceaseless presence and irrational love that cannot be stopped.
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Jesus gave the world its most influential movement.
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Over and over in the Bible, it is fear that threatens to keep people from trusting and obeying God.
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We may be unlovely yet we are not unloved.
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We’d like to be humble…but what if no one notices?
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Genuine brokenness pleases God more than pretend spirituality.
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We are tempted to live under the illusion that somewhere out there are people who are normal.
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As long as we have unsolved problems, unfulfilled desires, and a mustard seed of faith, we have all we need for a vibrant prayer life.
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Self-improvement is no more God’s plan than self-salvation.
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Both hope and pessimism are deeply contagious. And no one is more infectious than a leader.
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Too often we argue about Christianity instead of marveling at Jesus.
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Prayer allows us to wait without worry.
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Leadership is the art of disappointing people at a rate they can stand.
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