Carrying the cross does mean following in Jesus' footsteps. And in His footsteps are rejection, brokenheartedness, persecution and death. There are not two Christs - an easy going one for easy going Christians, and a suffering one for exceptional believers. There is only one Christ. Are we willing to follow His lead?
Hudson TaylorWhen I get to China, I will have no claim on any one for anything. My claim will be alone in God and I must learn before I leave England to move men through God by prayer alone.
Hudson TaylorGod's work is not man working for God; it is God's own work, though often wrought through man's hands.
Hudson TaylorAll God's giants have been weak men and women who have gotten hold of God's faithfulness.
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