"Priority number one for too many of us is not the glory of God but the blessing of ourselves."

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Source : David Shibley (1997). “Once in a Lifetime: Seizing Today's Opportunities for World Harvest”, Sovereign World Limited

David Shibley

#Blessing Quotes #Numbers Quotes #Priorities Quotes

“But, bless us, things may be lovable that are not altogether handsome, I hope?”
“Itâ€™s one thing if you are a luxury brand and have been around for 60 years and can weather the retail storm weâ€™ve had, but if you are a new brand thatâ€™s just starting out â€” whether you are a writer or a retailer â€” innovating through social media is crucial. Those that are hidden and guarded will not progress.”
“For some strange reason murder has always seemed more respectable than fornication. Few people are shocked when they hear God described as the God of Battles; but what an outcry there would be if anyone spoke of him as the God of Brothels.”
“If you listen to a language for 15 minutes, you know the rhythm and song.”

Source : "The words and comedy of Sid Caesar" by Lisa Respers France, www.cnn.com. February 12, 2014.
“There can be no doubt that the knowledge of logic is of considerable practical importance for everyone who desires to think and to infer correctly.”
“You can quit your job, but you can't quit your calling.”

Source : Lissa Rankin (2015). “The Anatomy of a Calling: A Doctor's Journey from the Head to the Heart and a Prescription for Finding Your Life's Purpose”, p.117, Rodale
“It is a very mixed blessing to be brought back from the dead.”
“I prayed to dispel my fear, until suddenly, and I do not know how the idea came to me, I began to pray for others. I prayed for everyone who came into my thoughts - - people with whom I had traveled, those who had been in prison with me, my school friends of years ago. I do not know how long I continued my prayer, but this I do know - - my fear was gone! Interceding for others had released me!”

Source : Corrie ten Boom, Judith Couchman (2003). “Anywhere He Leads Me”

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