One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.
But remember this—if you give little, you will get little. A farmer who plants just a few seeds will get only a small crop, but if he plants much, he will reap much.
Everyone must make up his own mind as to how much he should give. Don’t force anyone to give more than he really wants to, for cheerful givers are the ones God prizes.
God is able to make it up to you by giving you everything you need and more so that there will not only be enough for your own needs but plenty left over to give joyfully to others.
When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits,I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country. But it, too, seemed immovable. As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing only my family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it. And now, as I lie on my death bed, I suddenly realize: If I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family. From their in spiration and encouragement, I would then have been able to better my country,and who knows, I may have even changed the world.
Listen to a person that practices. Practice to be a person that understands. Share to a person that learns.
You are what you read.
Where culture leads, trade follows.
For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights.
Answering before listening is both stupid and rude.
Pride first, then the crash, but humility is precursor to honor.
The rich think their wealth protects them; they imagine themselves safe behind it.
Slack habits and sloppy work are as bad as vandalism.
Listening to gossip is like eating cheap candy; do you really want junk like that in your belly?
Fools are undone by their big mouths; their souls are crushed by their words.
The words of a fool start fights; do him a favor and gag him.
It's not right to go easy on the guilty, or come down hard on the innocent.
Many words rush along like rivers in flood, but deep wisdom flows up from artesian springs.
When wickedness arrives, shame's not far behind; contempt for life is contemptible.
Fools care nothing for thoughtful discourse; all they do is run off at the mouth.
Nothing is better than chocolate, flowers and balloons. Nothing is better than an expensive dinner and wine. Nothing will thrill your heart more than the biggest teddy bear. The Gift of Nothing comes in sturdy molded plastic. It is the gift of Absolutely Nothing. This is the ultimate in minimalism. Less is more—more or less. Open the package but be aware—nothing will happen. Allow nothing to flow through you mind and calm your soul. Enjoy the sensations. you too can discover that nothing really is better than something. Nothing awaits you!
We don't get better with age, just less frightened of consequences.