These are quotes which stood out to me, possibly for use in a sermon someday. Their presence here does not mean I agree with them, it merely shows that I might want to reference them later. The default view is five random selections. Use the tag list on the right to view all quotes relevant to that theme.
SHE WAS SO BLONDE THAT: She thought a quarterback was a refund. She tripped over the cordless phone. If she spoke her mind, she would be speechless. When she heard that 90% of all crimes happen around the home, she moved. It took her months to figure out she could use her new AM radio at night. Why can't blondes take coffee breaks? ... They're too hard to retrain. Why can't blondes be pharmacists? ...Because they can't fit the bottle in the typewriter. What is the definition of eternity? ...4 blondes at a 4-way stop. What do you call a smart blonde? ...A golden retriever.
In my experience, a breakthrough of sorts often happens when managers realize that reflective openness is based on skills, not just good intentions.
The breadth and depth of [William] Carey's missionary service [in India] is well illustrated in the principles laid down for themselves by the Serampore Brotherhood to be read three times a year in each station in their charge. Here is a summary: 1. To set an infinite value on men's souls. 2. To abstain from whatever deepens India's prejudice against the Gospel. 3. To watch for every chance of doing the people good. 4. To preach Christ crucified as the grand means of conversions. 5. To esteem and treat Indians always as equals. 6. To be instant in the nurture of personal religion. 7. To cultivate the spiritual gifts of the Indian brethren, ever pressing upon them their missionary obligation, since only Indians can win India for Christ.
Boldness becomes rarer, the higher the rank. -- (Or "the nearer to retirement" or "The greater the number of shares in the stock option plan")
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