Quotes about Renewal

Too often, we judge other groups by their worst examples - while judging ourselves by our best intentions. And this has strained our bonds of understanding and common purpose. But Americans, I think, have a great advantage. To renew our unity, we only need to remember our values. We have never been held together by blood or background. We are bound by things of the spirit — by shared commitments to common ideals.

If each of us works toward making a sincere effort when we wake up each morning with a renewed commitment and dedication to embracing nonviolence as a lifestyle, this world will become a better place, bringing us ever closer to the Beloved Community of which my father so often spoke.

There were times when I was so sick of talking about the Bible.

Push back the demands pressing in on you; create a safe space around you, a haven in which you can rest with Me.

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. ISAIAH 40 : 29 — 31

Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.

In returning to Me and resting in Me you shall be saved; in quietness and trust shall be your strength. P

THIS IS A TIME IN YOUR LIFE WHEN YOU MUST LEARN TO LET GO: of loved ones, of possessions, of control. In order to let go of something that is precious to you, you need to rest in My Presence, where you are complete.

I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh." —EZEKIEL 36:26 NKJV

I can bring good even out of your mistakes.

THOUGH YOU WALK IN THE MIDST OF TROUBLE, I will revive you. So don't let problems intimidate you. Remember that I, the Mighty One, am in your midst, and I am greater than all the trouble in the world. My right hand will save you! Hold tightly to My hand and you can walk confidently through your toughest times.

JEREMIAH 31:25