A good life with contentment is itself a great wealth. For we brought nothing with us into this world, and we can take nothing out of it. So if we have enough of what we need, let us be content with that.
Champagne and orange juice is a great drink. The orange improves the champagne. The champagne definitely improves the orange.
If we strive for goals, relishing in the pleasure of circumstance, nothing is enjoyable, and life becomes purposeless.
Do not become a disciple of one who praises himself, in case you learn pride instead of humility.
Stop trusting in man, who has but a breath in his nostrils.
Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.'
Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.
Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.
I have been a stranger in a foreign land.
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds
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