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If we think we will have joy only by praying and singing psalms, we will be disillusioned. But if we fill our lives with simple good things and constantly thank God for them, we will be joyful, that is, full of joy.

Richard J. Foster

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The desperate need today is not for a greater number of intelligent people, or gifted people, but for deep people.
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