Holiness is not freedom
Holiness is not freedom from temptation, but power to overcome temptation. G. Campbell Morgan
Holiness
To those who say
To those who say that they are Christian and gay, what we must keep in mind is that absent in that kind of lifestyle is a call to holiness, a call to celibacy and integrity. Obviously, it is a capitulation toward one’s desires and the sexual sins that the Bible so strongly condemns. Erwin W. … Read more
The fanatic is not
The fanatic is not really a stickler to principle. He embraces a cause not primarily because of its justness or holiness but because of his desperate need for something to hold onto. Eric Hoffer
Only at the cross
Only at the cross of Christ does man see fully what it is that separates him from God; yet it is here alone that he perceives that he is no longer separated from God. Nowehere else does the inviolable holiness of God, the impossibility of overlooking the guilt of man stand out more plainly; but … Read more
God created us to
God created us to be worshipers because it is right that he be known, loved and worshiped. This isn’t because he is needy and wishes someone would tell him how special he is. No, it’s because he is perfect and the worship of his perfection is holiness in action. Elyse Fitzpatrick
Unceasing prayer is the
Unceasing prayer is the unbroken union of the soul with God, so that life from God flows into our life; and from our life, purity and holiness flow back to God. Ellen G. White
Lay your wishes aside
Lay your wishes aside for a spell, and look deep into what you believe about yourself. Make sure your beliefs about your own life are anchored in greatness, in holiness, in worth, in grace, in joy, in excitement -in internal certainties rather than external circumstances. Because that belief? That’s where you’re heading, no matter what … Read more
autumn days have a
autumn days have a holiness that spring lacks … They are like old serene saints for whom death has lost its terror. Elizabeth Goudge
Holiness has never been
Holiness has never been the driving force of the majority. It is, however, mandatory for anyone who wants to enter the kingdom. Elisabeth Elliot
He only can truly
He only can truly pray who is all aglow for holiness, for God, and for heaven. Edward McKendree Bounds