You will know as much of God, and only as much of God, as you are willing to put into practice.

In the dust of defeat as well as the laurels of victory there is a glory to be found if one has done his best.

And where does the power come from, to see the race to its end? From within.

Purity does not mean crushing the instincts but having the instincts as servants and not the master of the spirit.

Victory over all the circumstances of life comes not by might, nor by power, but by a practical confidence in God and by allowing His Spirit to dwell in our hearts and control our actions and emotions. Learn in the days of ease and comfort, to think in terms of the prayer that follows, so that when the days of hardship come you will be fully prepared and equipped to meet them.

As Christians, I challenge you. Have a great aim - have a high standard - make Jesus your ideal...make Him an ideal not merely to be admired but also to be followed.

Circumstances may appear to wreck our lives and God’s plans, but God is not helpless among the ruins.