Quotes by Authors - Page 208

As it peaks over the horizon, does not a sunrise whisper the opportunity to try again. And if the day passes and our efforts were stunted by the bane of our insecurities or blunted by the challenges of life, does not a sunset invite us to rest before it whispers the same message the next morning?
Craig D. Lounsbrough
I no longer ask You for either happiness or paradise; all I ask of You is to listen and let me be aware and worthy of Your listening. I no longer ask You to resolve my questions, only to receive them and make them part of You. I no longer ask You for either rest or wisdom, I only ask You not to close me to gratitude, be it of the most trivial kind, or to surprise and friendship. Love? Love is not Yours to give.As for my enemies, I do not ask You to punish them or even to enlighten them; I only ask You not to lend them Your mask and Your powers. If You must relinquish one or the other, give them Your powers, but not Your countenance.They are modest, my prayers, and humble. I ask You what I might ask a stranger met by chance at twilight in a barren land. I ask You, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to enable me to pronounce these words without betraying the child that transmitted them to me. God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, enable me to forgive You and enable the child I once was to forgive me too. I no longer ask You for the life of that child, nor even for his faith. I only implore You to listen to him and act in such a way that You and I can listen to him together
Elie Wiesel
The hardest thing to ever do is to reveal the naked soul to the world. However, in doing so brings healing, growth, strength, and powerful inspiration!
H.E. Olsen
ving self and others is an every second of every day of every week, of every month, of every year gift that should not be taken for granted or withdrawn for petty arguments and misunderstandings. No one knows the day nor the hour that we or a loved one will meet our expiration here on this earth. Time to make time to heal, amend and/or forgive broken relationships, to live your dreams without regret and love like there is no tomorrow for when tomorrow is no longer there...memories will be great and consciences will be clear.
Sanjo Jendayi
O, sir,' murmured Sheila, still on her knees, 'please forgive me.''Forgive you! 0, la, la, la!' cunningly cried the droll, and strutting like an actor. 'Forgiveness is easy, is it not? O, yes, it is nothing. You are a young woman full of pride. O. yes! - but that is nothing. And full of penitence, and that is nothing, too. Pride is nothing, penitence nothing, forgiveness nothing, but even a bargain in farthings must be paid to be made, and I am a plain business man. What costs nothing brings no balm, and you would not like that, you would not like that, now would you?' (“The Bogey Man”)
A.E. Coppard
You stubborn bastard. Take it from someone who knows firsthand, there’s a lot to be said for forgiveness. Grudges seldom hurt anyone except the one bearing them.""And there’s a lot to be said for knocking enemies upside their heads and cracking skulls open."Ash & Urian
Sherrilyn Kenyon
The two families, sundered in the ruin of a friendship, were united again first in new friendship and then in mariage. My grandfather made a peace here that has joined many who would otherwise have been divided. I am the child of his forgiveness.
Wendell Berry
When we forgive, the slave we free is ourselves.
Edward M. Hallowell
Gain strength. Suck up energy. Make a point of appreciating the fragrance of the flowers and the beauty of the sunset. It is like armor. When you take a moment to practice my message you can then be armed with an ability to be detached. One is meant to forgive, to forgive and be compassionate."~Kuan Yin
Hope Bradford
Forgiveness flounders because I exclude the enemy from the community ofhumans even as I exclude myself from the community of sinners. But no onecan be in the presence of the God of the crucified Messiah for long withoutovercoming this double exclusion — without transposing the enemy from thesphere of the monstrous… into the sphere of shared humanity and herself fromthe sphere of proud innocence into the sphere of common sinfulness. Whenone knows [as the cross demonstrates] that the torturer will not eternallytriumph over the victim, one is free to rediscover that person’s humanity andimitate God’s love for him. And when one knows [as the cross demonstrates]that God’s love is greater than all sin, one is free to see oneself in the light ofGod’s justice and so rediscover one’s own sinfulness.
Miroslav Volf
A man does not have to feel less than human to realize his sin; oppositely, he has to realize that he gets no special vindication for his sin.
Criss Jami
He sounded absolutely miserable. “Are you ever going to speak to me?
Maggie Stiefvater
I don't understand women that call themselves a "bitch". It doesn't empower a woman. Rather, it reveals to everyone that you were deeply hurt at one time. Because of the pain your still carrying, you will continue to hurt anyone that reminds you of those moments when you let your guard down and were fooled. Sadly, it sends a clear message to the observant that you are still hurt. If only women would realize that "we all" have moments of stupidity then they would stop comparing themselves to the masses.
Shannon L. Alder
Make sure when you reach for the stars, you keep both feet firmly planted on the ground.
Charles F. Glassman
There is no "I", there's only "we". Meaning all you can touch, and all that you see is a part of you, and a part of me.
Jennifer Sodini
To ascend you must rise above, and I believe in the idea of keeping your “feet in the clouds and your head in the stars”.
Jennifer Sodini
God is a sound frequency, and we can all tune in if we just listen. Some find The Rhythm through different melodies, but it's all music.
Jennifer Sodini
The glass is neither half empty, nor half full. The glass is just a glass and it's content can perpetually change with your perception.
Jennifer Sodini
Hope is assurance of the promise..
Lailah Gifty Akita
God gives strength to the weak.God grace is the power for godly living.
Lailah Gifty Akita
A difficult journey is spiritual rewarding.There is a more dependence on God, His supernatural power, grace and divine favour along the travel.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Awake my soul, the glory of the Lord is upon me.
Lailah Gifty Akita
My wishes before I die, to fulfill my mission on earth; The writing of my life stories to inspired present and future generations.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Hope is a pillar of faith. It is pillar which holds our desired dreams.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The blessings of the Lord is our greatest wealth.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The living has a great hope, we have life to bounce back from any difficulty. The dead had no hope.
Lailah Gifty Akita
You are destiny for greatness. Arise and shine for the glory of God is upon you.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Forgiveness is strength.The strength to move ahead without any resentment.
Lailah Gifty Akita
I am thankful to the Lord for my redemption. I was once lost, now I am saved by grace.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The grace of writing is upon me.I love writing. I write daily.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Pray and read your Bible daily. God has all the answers you seek
Lailah Gifty Akita
I have finally figured out the meaning of life: there's no such thing. And that's a beautiful thing, because that means that WE get to choose it ourselves. Life has no meaning besides the meaning you give it. You are indeed the author of your destiny. So why not write a book worth reading?
Dean Bokhari
Confess your sins, pray towards the Heavens and be set free from all bondages.
Lailah Gifty Akita
A thankful heart, a grateful soul.
Lailah Gifty Akita
May the Spirit of God empower you with divine strength to accomplish your mission on earth.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The birth of a child is supernatural spiritual event.
Lailah Gifty Akita
I am on a mission, I will depend on a greater power to accomplish the task.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Blessed are you, all who put your hope and trust in the Lord.
Lailah Gifty Akita
When you focus on your travel path, you will observe a divine power, guiding every step of the journey.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Stay strong in spirit, be patient and you will overcome any situation.
Lailah Gifty Akita
On the canvas of life,Every sweep of the brush matters,Counts for something…
Scott Hastie
Lord gives even more grace, so you can endure the test of time.
Lailah Gifty Akita
May God guide you along the best pathway for your life.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Ask for the godly way,travel its path.
Lailah Gifty Akita
I am sad, like the hot dust on the streetsAnd the music of fresh fallen leavesCaught in a sliding summer breeze.
Scott Hastie
As we witness the death of departed souls, other people will observe our departure from the world.
Lailah Gifty Akita
God's grace grant us immeasurable ability to overcome adversity of any type.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The gilded spiralOf longings within.Our very own cathedralThat points persistently to heaven.
Scott Hastie
The love of God knows no end.Lord may your boundless and unfailing love surround us.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Lord grant me a humble spirit and a willing heart.
Lailah Gifty Akita
When you look closely to the path you have travel on, you will realise that God was always with you, directing every step you took.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Our hearts and prayers will always be with you.
Lailah Gifty Akita
God strengthen and brighten your paths.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Happiness is a state of mental,physical and spiritual well-being. Think pleasantly,engaged sport and read daily to enhance your well-being.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Start and end your day with God.Seek His presence and blessing daily.
Lailah Gifty Akita
He, who dares seek God's presence, will receive His blessings and favours.
Lailah Gifty Akita
We must experience Heaven on earth;May your homes, surroundings and work places portray a safe clean environment.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The gift of the Sabbath must be treasured. Blessed are you who honour this day.
Lailah Gifty Akita
Keep the faith. It is the greatest gift.
Lailah Gifty Akita
The greatest privileges:You are saved.You are a child of Most High God.You are co-heirs with Christ.You share in Christ suffering, life adversities.You share in Christ glory, strength of will and survival of life's difficulties.
Lailah Gifty Akita