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No man or woman of the humblest sort can really be strong, gentle and good, without the world being better for it, without somebody being helped and comforted by the very existence of that goodness.
-- Phillips Brooks (1835-1893) American Bishop
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Life is no brief candle to me. It is sort of a splendid torch which I have got hold of for a moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.
-- George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Irish Playwright
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The work an unknown good man has done is like a vein of water flowing hidden underground, secretly making the ground green.
-- Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) Scottish Writer
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Nature does not bestow virtue; to be good is an art.
-- Seneca
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I run great risk of failing. It may be that I shall encounter ruin where I look for reputation and a career of honor. The chances are perhaps more in favour of ruin than of success. But, whatever may be the chances, I shall go on as long as any means of carrying on the fight are at my disposal.
-- Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) English Novelist
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People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don't believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and, if they can't find them, make them.
-- George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) Irish Playwright
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In order to discover new lands, one must be willing to lose sight of the shore for a very long time.
-- Andre Gide (1869–1951) French Writer
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Resentment is like drinking poison and waiting for the other personto die.
-- Carrie Fisher
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Nobody grows old merely by living a number of years. We grow old by deserting our ideals.
-- Samuel Ullman
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It is a glorious achievement to master one's own temper.
-- Anonymous
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Babe Ruth hit more home runs than anyone; he also struck out more often than anyone.
-- Anonymous
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A mother should give her children a superabundance of enthusiasm, that after they have lost all they are sure to lose in mixing with the world, enough may still remain to prompt and support them throughgreat actions.
-- Julius C. Hare (1795-1855) English Cleric
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It's time to start living the life you've imagined.
-- Henry James
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There are obviously two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other how to live.
-- James Truslow Adams
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You can find on the outside only what you posess on the inside.
-- Adolfo Montiel Ballesteros
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Waste your money and you're only out of money, but waste your time and you've lost part of your life.
-- Michael Leboeuf
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Blessed is he who carries within himself a God, an ideal, and obeys it.
-- Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) French Scientist
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The world is good-natured to people who are good natured.
-- William Makepeace Thackeray
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The hero is the one who kindles a great light in the world, who sets up blazing torches in the dark streets of life for men to see by. The saint is the man who walks through the dark paths of the world, himself a light.
-- Felix Adler
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Courage is the greatest of all the virtues. Because if you haven't courage, you may not have an opportunity to use any of the others.
-- Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) English Author
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Originality and the feeling of one's own dignity are achieved only through work and struggle.
-- Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) Russian Novelist
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Remember that if the opportunities for great deeds should never come,the opportunities for good deeds are renewed day by day. The thing for us to long for is the goodness, not the glory.
-- F.W. Faber
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If you press me to say why I loved him, I can say no more than because he was he, and I was I.
-- Michel de Montaigne
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"But try," you urge, "the trying shall suffice; The aim, if reachedor not, makes great the life: Try to be Shakespeare, leave the rest to fate!"
-- Robert Browning
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Courtesy is simply doing unto others what you would like them to do unto you.
-- Anonymous
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Perseverance is a great element of success. If you only knock long enough at the gate, you are sure to wake up somebody.
-- Longfellow
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The greatest glory is not in never falling but in rising up everytime we fall.
-- Confucius (551-479 BC) Chinese Philosopher
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I think I'd like to be remembered as someone who beat the odds through just plain determination. ... that I persevered. Because I think that being somewhat of a pest to life, constantly plaguing and pursuing, will bring results.
-- Sylvester Stallone (1946-) American Actor
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All high achievers plan their work and work their plan, for they are keenly aware that "luck" is most often being prepared to take advantage of a situation.
-- Unknown
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Attitude determines altitude.
-- Unknown
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It is better by noble boldness to run the risk of being subject to half the evils we anticipate than to remain in cowardly listlessness for fear of what might happen.
-- Herodotus (485 - 425BC) Greek Historian
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I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a freshtry, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning.
-- J.B. Priestly (1894-1984) English Author
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Let us move on, and step out boldly, though it be into the night, and we can scarcely see the way.
-- Charles B. Newcomb
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Rely on the ordinary virtues that intelligent, balanced human beingshave relied on for centuries: common sense, thrift, realistic expectations, patience, and perseverance.
-- John C. Bogle (1929-) American Investor
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The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the persondoing it.
-- Chinese proverb
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The young do not know enough to be prudent, and therefore they attempt the impossible -- and achieve it, generation aftergeneration.
-- Pearl S. Buck (1892-1973) American Writer
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There are many ways to measure success; not the least of which is the way your child describes you when talking to a friend.
-- Unknown
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A friend hears the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.
-- Unknown
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Failure is only postponed success as long as courage "coaches"ambition. The habit of persistence is the habit of victory.
-- Herbert Kaufman
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Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.
-- Thomas Paine (1737-1809) British-American Writer
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Not a day passes over this earth but men and women of note do greatdeeds, speak great words and suffer noble sorrows.
-- Charles Reed
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Pain nourishes courage. You can't be brave if you've only had wonderful things happen to you.
-- Mary Tyler Moore (1937-) American Actress
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Making the decision to have a child - it's momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.
-- Elizabeth Stone
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All I would tell people is to hold onto what was individual about themselves, not to allow their ambition for success to cause them to try to imitate the success of others. You've got to find it on your own terms.
-- Harrison Ford (1942-) American Actor
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Anyone can sympathize with the sufferings of a friend, but it requires a very fine nature to sympathize with a friend's success.
-- Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) Irish Dramatist and Poet
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Courage is grace under pressure.
-- Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) American Writer
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There is much satisfaction in work well done, but there can be nohappiness equal to the joy of finding a heart that understands.
-- Victor Robinsoll
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Character may be manifested in the great moments, but it is made in the small ones.
-- Phillips Brooks (1835-1893) American Bishop
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True religion is the life we lead, not the creed we profess.
-- Louis Nizer (1902-1994) American Lawyer
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To live at this time is an inestimable privilege, and a sacred obligation devolves upon you to make right use of your opportunities.
-- Grenville Kleiser (1868-1953) American Author
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A prudent man will think more important what fate has conceded to him, than what it has denied.
-- Baltasar Gracian (1601-1658) Spanish Philosopher
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He is a man of sense who does not grieve for what he has not, but rejoices in what he has.
-- Epictetus (55-135 AD) Roman Philosopher
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If I have ever made any valuable discoveries, it has been owing moreto patient attention than to any other talent.
-- Isaac Newton (1642-1727) English Scientist
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I think the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be honorable, to be compassionate. It is, after all, to matter: to count, to stand for something, to have made some difference that you lived at all.
-- Leo C. Rosten (1908-1977) American Writer
Tuesday, November 16, 2004
LOVING ACTIONS! From "It Takes Two to Tango" by Gary and Norma Smalley
Resolving Conflict and Dealing with Anger...Survey after survey shows that the number one reason for mate selectionis the differences between individuals. But differences can become adevastating source of conflict in a marriage. Learning to recognize andvalue each other's perspectives is one of the most positive things we can do.
Increasing Your Intimacy 100 Percent...Life is more predictable--more secure and stable--when you know that both of you are working toward a loving, lasting relationship. This is the foundation for true intimacy.
Honoring Your Husband...Men need to kow their advice is valuable. You welcome your husband's advice by...- putting aside all other interests and giving him your full attention.- focusing your eyes on him as he speaks.- pointing out positive or helpful aspects of his advice.- letting him have the floor until he has fully expressed his opinion.- thanking him for the time he spent offering his advice.
How to be your wife's best friend:Talk about problems.
* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Go on a weekend marriage enrichment conference together.
How to be your wife's best friend:Go to the zoo together.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Rent his favorite video.
How to be your wife's best friend:Hold her hand in public.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:After you make up from a disagreement, bake him his favorite dessert.
How to be your wife's best friend:Say, "When you do .... I feel .... "* * *How to be your husband's best friend:When he gives you a gift of clothing, wear it.
How to be your wife's best friend:Choose a week in the not-so-distant future and purpose not to watch any tv. Take the time that would normally be spent watching the tube, and spend it with her doing what she wants.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Go out for coffee together
How to be your wife's best friend:Kidnap her for a walk through a nature trail or park.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Play in the snow and have a snowball fight.
How to be your wife's best friend:Learn the names of her friends and associates.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Be aware of his vision or goals and affirm them.
How to be your wife's best friend:Keep her picture in your wallet. * * *How to be your husband's best friend:Rent a video of a movie that was popular in college.
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Leadership That Frees
Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by thebehavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives.1 Peter 3:1-2
"I am having a real problem with something that I need input from you guys," said the lady in our fellowship group. "My husband wants to makea major purchase that I am opposed to. We cannot afford it right now. Iunderstand what the Bible says about headship in the home, but what do I do when I totally disagree with his decision?" The men in the grouplooked at each other, realizing the sensitive nature of such a question,especially in today's society.
Then someone said, "You really only have a few options if you adhere to the principle that God has entrusted the man as the leader in the home. God has placed you under the umbrella of His protection as well as your husband. There are times when he will not make the right decision. Does that mean God is not protecting you? No. There may be several things working here. God may be testing your own obedience to this principle.He may use you to open up your husband's spiritual life due to your obedience and submissive spirit. Your obedience may cost your family something, but it will be beneficial in the long term. Your alternative is to rebel and pay him back for his decision by withholding your love from him, which is often what a wife does in this situation. It becomes a vicious circle of paybacks. My suggestion is to tell your husband how you feel about his decision and the impact you feel it will have on you and your family. If he still wants to make the purchase, you must let him do it and support him. What happens next will rest in God's hand as your ultimate protector."
A few weeks later our sister in Christ came to our meeting. "I have somewonderful news. We did make the purchase. However, we were able to make it in such a way that we did not go into debt and I was able to support my husband. I have already seen a change in his attitude toward me by the way I responded to him in this. It has been a real lesson for me. I see him much more open to spiritual things since I made this decision and supported him, even though I disagreed with it."
God has made man and woman equal in His sight. Yet He has given each a different role to play in marriage. Husbands must answer to God fortheir leadership in the home. They will be judged for that leadership.When a wife submits to that leadership, God protects her from wrong decisions of that husband, although sometimes it may not appear that way at first.You can trust God to protect you in your decisions that are made in obedience to His Word.The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it (1 Thessalonians5:24).
T O D A Y G O D I S F I R S T
Marketplace Meditations by Os Hillman
Resolving Conflict and Dealing with Anger...Survey after survey shows that the number one reason for mate selectionis the differences between individuals. But differences can become adevastating source of conflict in a marriage. Learning to recognize andvalue each other's perspectives is one of the most positive things we can do.
Increasing Your Intimacy 100 Percent...Life is more predictable--more secure and stable--when you know that both of you are working toward a loving, lasting relationship. This is the foundation for true intimacy.
Honoring Your Husband...Men need to kow their advice is valuable. You welcome your husband's advice by...- putting aside all other interests and giving him your full attention.- focusing your eyes on him as he speaks.- pointing out positive or helpful aspects of his advice.- letting him have the floor until he has fully expressed his opinion.- thanking him for the time he spent offering his advice.
How to be your wife's best friend:Talk about problems.
* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Go on a weekend marriage enrichment conference together.
How to be your wife's best friend:Go to the zoo together.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Rent his favorite video.
How to be your wife's best friend:Hold her hand in public.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:After you make up from a disagreement, bake him his favorite dessert.
How to be your wife's best friend:Say, "When you do .... I feel .... "* * *How to be your husband's best friend:When he gives you a gift of clothing, wear it.
How to be your wife's best friend:Choose a week in the not-so-distant future and purpose not to watch any tv. Take the time that would normally be spent watching the tube, and spend it with her doing what she wants.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Go out for coffee together
How to be your wife's best friend:Kidnap her for a walk through a nature trail or park.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Play in the snow and have a snowball fight.
How to be your wife's best friend:Learn the names of her friends and associates.* * *How to be your husband's best friend:Be aware of his vision or goals and affirm them.
How to be your wife's best friend:Keep her picture in your wallet. * * *How to be your husband's best friend:Rent a video of a movie that was popular in college.
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Leadership That Frees
Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by thebehavior of their wives, when they see the purity and reverence of your lives.1 Peter 3:1-2
"I am having a real problem with something that I need input from you guys," said the lady in our fellowship group. "My husband wants to makea major purchase that I am opposed to. We cannot afford it right now. Iunderstand what the Bible says about headship in the home, but what do I do when I totally disagree with his decision?" The men in the grouplooked at each other, realizing the sensitive nature of such a question,especially in today's society.
Then someone said, "You really only have a few options if you adhere to the principle that God has entrusted the man as the leader in the home. God has placed you under the umbrella of His protection as well as your husband. There are times when he will not make the right decision. Does that mean God is not protecting you? No. There may be several things working here. God may be testing your own obedience to this principle.He may use you to open up your husband's spiritual life due to your obedience and submissive spirit. Your obedience may cost your family something, but it will be beneficial in the long term. Your alternative is to rebel and pay him back for his decision by withholding your love from him, which is often what a wife does in this situation. It becomes a vicious circle of paybacks. My suggestion is to tell your husband how you feel about his decision and the impact you feel it will have on you and your family. If he still wants to make the purchase, you must let him do it and support him. What happens next will rest in God's hand as your ultimate protector."
A few weeks later our sister in Christ came to our meeting. "I have somewonderful news. We did make the purchase. However, we were able to make it in such a way that we did not go into debt and I was able to support my husband. I have already seen a change in his attitude toward me by the way I responded to him in this. It has been a real lesson for me. I see him much more open to spiritual things since I made this decision and supported him, even though I disagreed with it."
God has made man and woman equal in His sight. Yet He has given each a different role to play in marriage. Husbands must answer to God fortheir leadership in the home. They will be judged for that leadership.When a wife submits to that leadership, God protects her from wrong decisions of that husband, although sometimes it may not appear that way at first.You can trust God to protect you in your decisions that are made in obedience to His Word.The one who calls you is faithful and He will do it (1 Thessalonians5:24).
T O D A Y G O D I S F I R S T
Marketplace Meditations by Os Hillman
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