01UndatedTo deny the existence of God would be to close your eyes to the beauty around you, to close your ears to the symphony of nature, to close your nostrils to the scents wafting on the breeze, to close your mouth to the delicacies of nourishment, to close your hands to the feel of luxury, to close your mind to the ability to think, and to close your heart to the only love that can penetrate the depths of the soul. For in Him all things consist, in Him we live, and move, and have our being, and without Him we cannot help but be fools.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
02UndatedThe Bible says that each person is a sinner and everyone is wicked in the sight of God. God cannot allow sin into Heaven, so we must get rid of our sin somehow. If we don’t, then we have no hope of Heaven.”Jesus is the only one who can take our sins away. The Bible says that God is not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. Jesus came down from Heaven and died on the cross for our sins.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
03UndatedGod doesn't promise us an easy life. But He does promise to love us and never leave us, no matter what happens.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
04UndatedBrianna peered through the large window into the sea of plexiglass cradles. Each infant, so small and precious, belonged to someone. Someone who cared for them. Someone who loved them. Brianna sniffled and turned away, unable to bear the thought that she had no one.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
06UndatedThe world is so different when viewed through the light of God’s Word.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
07UndatedChoices made, whether bad or good, follow you forever and affect everyone in their path one way or another.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
08UndatedOftentimes, the most important decisions are the most difficult to make - for, your future, and the future of the generations that come after you, hinges on the outcome of those decisions.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
09UndatedWell, I guess it’s all in God’s hands anyway. He has a way of making things turn out,” Mattie asserted.“Yes, He does. Doesn’t He? Thank you for reminding me of that, Mattie.” She gave her friend a hug. “Sometimes it’s hard not to second guess the choices I’ve made.”“I know what you mean. When life brings changes, I think we tend to do that more.” Mattie wiped away a tear. “I miss the old life sometimes, but I know this is God’s will for me. And God’s will is always best, whether we realize it at the time or not.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
10UndatedDon't let the bonds of fear and doubt keep you from attempting the impossible. Each attempt will loosen the chains and you'll eventually break free, thus finding the 'impossible' was actually possible all along.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
11UndatedWe just have to live each new day as if it’s a precious gift. When I wake up in the morning I like to think that this day will be better than any day I’ve ever lived.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
12UndatedOne of the greatest gifts in this world is the ability to make others smile. - The Unauthorized Autobiography of Jonathan FisherJ.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
13UndatedIt’s been said that only the educated are free, but I contend. Only those who are educated with TRUTH can be inherently free. Otherwise, you are simply indoctrinated with error.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
14UndatedShe breathed in the crisp autumn air, hoping the loveliness of nature would somehow cleanse her soul and overshadow her sorrow.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
15UndatedThe first step to solving your problem is admitting that you have one.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
16UndatedThere is no problem too large that God can’t handle,” Mamm assured. “Besides, God showed me a wonderful verse from His Word. Romans chapter eight verse twenty-eight: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
17UndatedBishop Hostettler explained that baptism was not the means by which one is saved, but simply an outward sign of salvation. Just as an Amishman’s beard is an indication of his marriage and commitment to his wife, so baptism symbolizes our covenant with Christ.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
18UndatedExpecting to receive a rebuke, her heart lifted when she read the words on the page, “I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.J.E.B. Spredemann / quote ↗
