Gratitude was never meant to be an excuse for giving up on the obstacles God has put before you. Some of the most magical things he can bring us require faith and a lot of planning.
The Christian stoic who has crushed his feelings is only two-thirds of a man; an important third part has been repudiated. Holy feeling had an important place in the life of our Lord. __or the joy that was set before Him_ He endured the cross and despised its shame. He pictured Himself crying, __ejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost.
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The Christian stoic who has crushed his feelings is only two-thirds of a man; an important third part has been repudiated. Holy feeling had an important place in the life of our Lord. __or the joy that was set before Him_ He endured the cross and despised its shame. He pictured Himself crying, __ejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost.
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