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Don't be afraid of pressure. Pressure is what transforms a lump of coal into a diamond.

Nicky Gumbel

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Nicky Gumbel
Age: 69
Born: 1955
Born: April 28
Anglican Priest
Author
Barrister
Writer
Inner and Outer London
Nicholas Glyn Paul Gumbel
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Stop looking for the perfect church. It does not exist. Even if it did exist, the moment we joined it, it would no longer be perfect!
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Until God opens the next door, praise Him in the hallway.
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Anyone can stay true to your face, it's the people who stay true behind your back that really count.
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If the grass looks greener on the other side, it is probably astroturf.
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It is only when we understand the transcendence of God that we see how amazing his immanence is, and what a huge privilege it is to be able to enjoy God's intimate friendship.
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Difficulties come into our lives to develop us. Every storm is a school. Every trial is a teacher. Every experience is an education.
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Knowledge is like underwear. It is useful to have it, but not necessary to show it off.
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We are very good judges for the mistakes of others, but very good defence lawyers for our own mistakes.
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Prayer for the city is important. For every city in the world, the city should be prayed for. Particularly for London, it is a strategic city for the UK as well as the world, therefore the future of London is significant to the UK, and also the rest of the world.
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Churches are not museums that display perfect people. They are hospitals where the wounded, hurt, injured and broken find healing.
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Be thankful for every day. Learn from mistakes. Don't dwell on regrets. Forgive with love. Gain strength from every struggle.
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Just because you can't see the air, doesn't mean you stop breathing. And just because you can't see God, doesn't mean you stop believing
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Don't let regrets about the past or worries about the future rob you of your enjoyment of the present.
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If God answers 'Yes', He is increasing your faith. If 'Wait', He is increasing your patience. If 'No', He has something better for you.
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