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.
"The years between 50 and 70 are the hardest. You are always being asked to do things and yet are not decrepit enough to turn them down."
We have decided to have four worship services each Sunday. There will be one for those new to the faith. Another for those who like traditional worship. One for those who have lost their faith and are seeking to get it back. And, one for those who had a bad experience with the church and are constantly complaining about it. After long discussions we agreed to a name for each of the services: FINDERS, KEEPERS, LOSERS, WEEPERS!
Being president is like a running a cemetery: you’ve got a lot of people under you, and nobody’s listening. -- Bill Clinton
The conviction of the Christian workman is that every single piece of work he produces must be good enough to show God. By: William Barclay Source: Galatians/Ephesians Commentary
There are two different types of achievements. Regaining muscle strength after recuperation from a broken leg and making the last payment on a thirty-year mortgage are victories with fixed features that allow pride when attained. But the desire to be rich or to have higher status lacks this quality, for there are always others with more wealth or higher status. Hence, many who seek these goals are never satisfied and experience chronic uncertainty instead of pride.