The harder you strike it, the deeper it goes.
JOHN ORTBERGI’m more concerned about who you’re becoming than what you’re doing.
More John Ortberg Quotes
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Too often we argue about Christianity instead of marveling at Jesus.
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The greatest moment of your life is now. This moment is God’s irreplaceable gift to you.
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Going in faith does not necessarily mean going with serenity or without doubts. Faith can be difficult.
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The only cure from sin is by maintaining a vision of God.
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Joylessness may be the sin most readily tolerated by the church.
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The Holy Spirit says: You are it. You are God’s plan. In a thirsty world, people need to be refreshed. It is a broken world, and people need to be healed. Now get out there and do it!
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Willpower is trying very hard not to do something you want to do very much.
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Genuine brokenness pleases God more than pretend spirituality.
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It only makes sense to ask God for guidance in the context of a life committed to “seeking first the kingdom.”
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Who you become while you’re waiting is as important as what you’re waiting for.
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Hurry is not just a disordered schedule. Hurry is a disordered heart.
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Ever console or scold people hurt in human relationships that satisfaction comes from God alone? Stop. Adam’s fellowship with God was perfect, and God Himself declared Adam needed other humans.
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Jesus changed how the world thinks about science, medicine, human rights, education & more.
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Over time, grit is what separates fruitful lives from aimlessness.
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Today, see each problem as an invitation to prayer.
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