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1. Martin Van Buren |
| President Martin Van Buren: "Beyond that I only look to the gracious protection of the Divine Being whose strengthening support I humbly solicit, and whom I fervently pray to look down upon us all. May it be among the dispensations of His providence to bless our beloved country with honors and with length of days. May her ways be ways of pleasantness and all her paths be peace!" -- PresidentialPrayerTeam™ Newsletter |
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2. Jefferson Memorial |
Inscription on a wall of the Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C.: "God who gave us life gave us liberty. Can the liberties of a nation be thought secure when we removed their only firm basis, a conviction in the minds of people that these liberties are a gift from God?" -- PresidentialPrayerTeam™ Newsletter.” Pro. 21:31
“...Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” Zech. 4:6b |
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3. President George W. Bush |
“In all that lies before us, may God grant us wisdom, and may He watch over the United States of America.”—President George W. Bush in Address to a Joint Session of Congress, 9/20/01. -- PresidentialPrayerTeam™ Newsletter
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4. Richard C. Halverson |
“It is written large in history that no nation, no empire, no kingdom was ever able to perpetuate itself by depending on military might. Our nation is no exception. On our coins we profess ´In God we trust.´ When we begin to take seriously that profession, we can begin to look forward to the fruits of peace.”—Richard C. Halverson, Chaplain of the United States Senate -- PresidentialPrayerTeam™ Newsletter
“The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD |
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5. President Grover Cleveland |
President Grover Cleveland and the Senate were constantly bickering with one another. However, the House of Representatives and Cleveland got along great. After a hectic day with the Senate, Cleveland, exhausted, retired early at home. In the middle of the night, the butler heard some noises and rushed to Cleveland´s bedroom, shook him and whispered: "Mister President, I think there are burglars in the house!"
The President woke up just enough to say: "In the Senate, maybe, but not in the House!" -- Stories for Preachers and Teachers
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6. Andrew Murray on Prayer |
Andrew Murray: "May God open our eyes to see what the holy ministry of intercession is to which, as His royal priesthood, we have been set apart. May He give us a large and strong heart to believe what mighty influence our prayers can exert."
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7. Billy Graham: Diligence |
Billy Graham on diligence:
"I was taught that laziness was one of the worst evils, and there was dignity and honor in labor. I could abandon myself enthusiastically to milking the cows, cleaning out the latrines, and shoveling manure, not because they were pleasant jobs, certainly, but because sweaty labor held its own satisfaction."
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8. David Jeremiah on Diligence |
"Against the backdrop of people who avoid work, cut corners, and do half-hearted jobs, a diligent man stands out. Practicing diligence is an excellent way to stand out for Christ at home, in the workplace, and even at church. Today, complete each one of your tasks, however big or small, with diligence." -- Dr. David Jeremiah
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9. Wisdom for the Asking |
Wisdom is seeing things from God´s perspective. -- unknown
"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." James 1:5
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10. Finding Wisdom |
Temptation is available to any who will take the time to seek it. But the same is true of wisdom…Whatever we seek, we shall find. And whoever finds wisdom finds life and obtains favor from the Lord. (Pro. 8:35)
--Turning Points Devotional
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