One good illustration taken from Mr Maxwell's book:
"An adviser to Lincoln recommended a particular person for a cabinet position, but Lincoln balked at the suggestion. He said, "I don't like the man's face." His adviser said, "But sir, he can not be held responsible for his face."
But Lincoln replied, "Every man over forty (40 years) is responsible for his face."
When we are kids, we can blame anyone for anything.
But as we grow up, we have to understand that we are responsible for where and how we end up in life.
Because as far as God is concerned,
I believe He only has good plans for us.
He doesn't necessarily throw in BMW or Penthouse inside the package,
but it sure is going to be a God-glorifying destiny.
He died to give us life.. life in abundance..
abundance of testimony of God's goodness.
I pray that God will teach us each day to live it..to the fullest..of His glory.
"An adviser to Lincoln recommended a particular person for a cabinet position, but Lincoln balked at the suggestion. He said, "I don't like the man's face." His adviser said, "But sir, he can not be held responsible for his face."
But Lincoln replied, "Every man over forty (40 years) is responsible for his face."
When we are kids, we can blame anyone for anything.
But as we grow up, we have to understand that we are responsible for where and how we end up in life.
Because as far as God is concerned,
I believe He only has good plans for us.
He doesn't necessarily throw in BMW or Penthouse inside the package,
but it sure is going to be a God-glorifying destiny.
He died to give us life.. life in abundance..
abundance of testimony of God's goodness.
I pray that God will teach us each day to live it..to the fullest..of His glory.
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