Meditation Quote by Richard J. Foster

“What happens in meditation is that we create the emotional and spiritual space which allows Christ to construct an inner sanctuary in the heart.” quote by Richard J. Foster — Download Open image

““What happens in meditation is that we create the emotional and spiritual space which allows Christ to construct an inner sanctuary in the heart.””

Richard J. Foster

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Prayer is simply saying "thank you, bless you, praise you."

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“Lord God, you deserve my best. Forgive me for the times I have offered you only the dregs, whether it be half-heartedly muttered prayers…

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If worship does not change us it has not been worship.

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“It is one thing to act like a servant; it is quite another to be a servant.”

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