| This is an evolving collection of proverbs and sayings from all over the world, some of which almost sound like they might have come from The Bible itself. These sayings relate to people, life and love and some are definitely humorous. We hope they provoke thought, joy and peace and perhaps even a little laughter. We have arranged them loosely into several categories. |
| The peril of knowledge is that it creates as many questions as answers |
| Don't let the fact that you can't do all you want to do keep you from doing what you can do |
| Nothing improves the memory more than trying to forget |
| Some say it's holding on that makes you strong; sometimes its letting go |
| Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it |
| What is night, but peace after day. What is death, but peace after life |
| I don't want to achieve immortality through my work... I want to achieve it through not dying |
| You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist ... |
| The gem cannot be polished without friction nor a man perfected without trials |
| What is Life without Love ... What is Love without Devotion... What is Devotion without Heart... What is Heart without Life... What is Life without Love... |
| Even if you're on the right track, if you just stand there, you'll be run over! |
| Observe everything, overlook a great deal, change a little |
| Never argue with fools ... they'll just drag you down to their level and beat you with experience |
| When you're calling on Faith ... try these first! | |
| Who knew Heaven had so many Emergency Help Lines? | |
| When in sorrow: Call John 14 | |
| When men fail you: Call Psalm 27 | |
| When you worry: Call Matthew 6:19-34 | |
| When God seems far away: Call Psalm 139 | |
| When your faith needs stirring: Call Hebrews 11 | When you are lonely and fearful: Call Psalm 23 |
| When you feel down and out: Call Romans 8:31 | |
| When you want courage for a task: Call Joshua 1 | |
| For how to get along with fellow men: Call Romans 12 | |
| If you're depressed: Call Psalm 27 | |
| If your pocketbook is empty: Call Psalm 37 | |
| If you're losing confidence in people: Call 1 Corinthians 13 | |
| If you're discouraged about your work: Call Psalm 126 | |
| Remember: Emergency numbers may be dialed direct. No operator assistance is necessary, and all lines to Heaven are open 24 hours a day! |
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