Daily Inspirations
We have spread so many ashes over the historical Jesus that we can scarcely feel the glow of His presence anymore. He is a man in a way that we have forgotten men can be. Brennan Manning
Dear God,
I think about you sometimes even when I am not praying. Elliot, Children’s letters to God
When we sin and mess up our lives, we find that God does not go off and leave us---he enters into our trouble and saves us. Euegene Peterson
Good judgement comes from experience, and experience comes from bad judgement. Fred Brooks
God wants us to walk in obedience---not victory. Obedience is oriented toward God, victory is oriented toward us.- Jerry Bridges
We need leaders to try to see all people as a work in process. God is seeking to do his work in all of our lives, and none of us are fully compliant. (No perfect people allowed) John Burke
Define yourself as one radically beloved by God. John Eagan
The true test of a man, beginning of his redemption, actually starts when he can no longer rely on what he has used all his life. John Eldridge
Character is what you do when no one’s looking. Kenneth E. Routen
Having the right don’t make it right. Kenneth E. Routen
16Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:16-20
"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." (You need to come to Jesus, and let Him lead you and then He will do the changing.) Matthew 4:19
Do we encourage people to fail so they can grow. No we encourage people to grow which means they might fail. Mike Yaconelli
It turns out that what disqualifies you and me from "spirituality" ---the mess of our lives and crippledness is what most qualifies us to be chosen by Jesus. Mike Yaconelli
People who are desperate for spirituality very seldom worry about the mess they make on their way to be with Jesus. Mike Yaconelli
This may sound shocking, but spirituality is a home for those who don’t have everything figured out. Mike Yaconelli
When others say, "Christains don’t act like you!" we respond, "Well they do now." Mike Yaconelli
How would telling people to be nice to one another get a man crucified? What government would execute Mr. Rodgers or Captain Kangaroo? Phillip Yancey
Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
Love God and do what you will. St. Augustine of Hippo
Preach the Word at all times, when necessary use words. St. Francis or Assisi
If we would root out one fault every year we would soon be mature. Thomas A. Kempis
If you are not prepared for death today, how will you be ready tomorrow? Thomas A. Kempis
If you refrain from idle talk and idly running about, from listening to gossip and rumors, you will find ample time for meditation on good things. Thomas A. Kempis
No one can safely be in charge but he who is glad to be under others. Thomas A. Kempis
