The place where we are [at now] is God’s schoolroom, not somewhere else. Here we may be conformed to the likeness of Christ.
– Elisabeth Elliot –
Hardship
Redemptive work always has suffering – Elisabeth Elliot
There is, in fact, no redemptive work done anywhere without suffering.
– Elisabeth Elliot –
Is Jesus Enough? – Leslie Ludy
If every other comfort and distraction were stripped away, would Jesus be enough?
– Leslie Ludy –
Proclaiming the Gospel – Underground Church
Never give up in freedom what we would never give up in persecution.
– Underground Church –
from Insanity of God
God’s Discipline – Crystal McDowell
Because God disciplines those He loves, He will take drastic measures to get our attention if we need to grow up spiritually.
– Crystal McDowell –
Need Christ for my Need – Charles Spurgeon
I have a great a need for Christ. I have a great Christ for my need.
– Charles Spurgeon –
The Blessing of Pain and Difficulty – Charles Spurgeon
I have often looked gratefully back to my sick chamber. I am certain that I never did grow in grace one-half so much anywhere as I have upon the bed of pain.
– Charles Spurgeon –
The Treasure of Affliction – Thomas Brooks
Afflictions are the golden key by which the Lord opens the rich treasure of His word to his people’s souls.
– Thomas Brooks –
1608–1680
A Spirit of Thankfulness – Billy Graham
A spirit of thankfulness is one of the most distinctive marks of a Christian whose heart is attuned to the Lord. Thank God in the midst of trials and every persecution.
– Billy Graham –