Charles R. Swindoll
Charles R. Swindoll
Charles Rozell "Chuck" Swindoll /ˈswɪnˌdɒl/is an evangelical Christian pastor, author, educator, and radio preacher. He founded Insight for Living, headquartered in Plano, Texas, which airs a radio program of the same name on more than 2,000 stations around the world in 15 languages. He is currently senior pastor at Stonebriar Community Church, in Frisco, Texas...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionClergyman
Date of Birth18 October 1934
CountryUnited States of America
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When we have God in clear focus, His powerful presence eclipses our fear.
christian discipline religion
Do you need strength? Peace? Wisdom? Direction? Discipline? Ask for it! God will hear you.
christian jesus idols
It's easy to get attached to idols, good things inappropriately adored. But when you have Jesus in the centre of a room, everything else only junks up the decor.
dare wanted be-you
There is only one you. God wanted you to be you. Don't you dare change just because you're outnumbered!
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People are far more important than rigid rules and demanding expectations.
father simple air
From the tiny birds of the air and from the fragile lilies of the field, we learn the same truth, which is so important for those who desire to live a life of simple faith: God takes care of His own. He knows our needs. He anticipates our crises. He is moved by our weaknesses. He stands ready to come to our rescue. And at just the right moment, He steps in and proves Himself as our faithful heavenly Father.
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Hope doesn't require a massive chain where heavy links of logic hold it together. A thin wire will do...just strong enough to get us through the night until the winds die down.
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Like sin itself, Satan appeals to the senses. He originated and perfected the art of disguising evil as good.
trust running hope
Two words will help you cope when you run low on hope: accept and trust.
beautiful flower people
People who are close to God cultivate a personal intimacy with Him like a good gardener cultivates beautiful flowers.
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Jesus has prepared the way and has made following our destiny possible, whereas we are helpless by ourselves. We can find and fulfill our purpose by responding to the clear, simple call of Jesus Christ: "Follow Me." He is the doorway to fulfilling our destiny, where our divine design and God-ordained purpose live in perfect harmony.
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...the single most important issue in all of life (is) your relationship with the living God... how you can know Him in a personal and meaningful way.
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Thanksgiving speaks in clear, crisp tones of forgotten terms, like integrity - bravery - respect - freedom - discipline - sacrifice - godliness.
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Good intentions and earnest effort are not enough. Only Jesus can make an otherwise futile life productive.