Florence Scovel Shinn Quotes

That's the way I try to live. I think it's the only way for human beings at this point in our evolution as souls, where everyone in their lifetime is going through stuff.

Whatever happens at the end of the day, as long as I glorify His name, that's what it's all about.

So though there are many things I would have done differently, I submit to God's sovereignty and His purpose in my life and I thank Him that He brought me the way He brought me and gave me what He gave me when He thought I could handle it.

Everything starts with God in my career, and it will finish with God.

If we can remain present and deal with the moment in front of us, no matter what our battle, then if we lose, we'll know that ultimately we weren't supposed to win that battle in the first place.

Choosing an attitude of faith will release peace out of your spirit and into your soul.

My journey has been good, and by God's grace, I have not changed.

I walk with the Lord, just trusting day by day and week by week and month by month, what the next season holds and what the best next move for me is.

God gave you the privilege of this thing called life, so regardless of what this society tells you that you can't do and what you don't have to, understand you lack nothing. God gave you everything you need to succeed.

I know that God has a plan for my life.

Never forget your dialogue with God, it is your strength.

You don't need another person, place or thing to make you whole. God already did that. Your job is to know it.

For those who trust in the Divine all things are moving towards an everlasting state of happiness, and no matter what happens at any time to them, it contributes to that state.

Self-realization means to know truth through yourself, and not through others. By seeking God first, through Self-realization, all things-strength, power, prosperity, wisdom, health, and immortality-will be added unto you.

When push comes to shove, it ain't the science that's going to lift you up - it's the belief, the spiritual side of life, that's going to lift you up, no matter what religion you are.

God is waiting eagerly to respond with new strength to each little act of self-control, small disciplines of prayer, feeble searching after him. And his children shall be filled if they will only hunger and thirst after what he offers.

Spending time with God through prayer and His Word is a prerequisite for having a great life and fulfilling your purpose.

I testify that inspiration can be the spring for every person's hope, guidance, and strength. It is one of the magnified treasures of life. It involves coming to the infinite knowledge of God.

I think every person should have some faith inside him, in his heart. What matters is not an external display of this faith, but the inner state of the soul.

My faith is an important part of my life and over the years I've learnt that it takes a proud man to say he doesn't need anything. It has been a quiet strength and a backbone through a lot of difficult times.

My lectures, based on Islamic teachings, were on various subjects. Some of the titles were, 'The Intoxication of Life,' 'The Purpose of Life,' 'The Real Cause of Man's Distress,' 'The Journey to the Goal in Life,' and, one of my favorites, 'The Heart of Man.' They contained important insights that spoke to something deep inside me.

What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us.

I'm God's chosen child. I don't worry or carry anything extra to feel the strength. I've always felt the power of God beside me. Your strength lies in instilling honesty, truth, and sincerity in you.

The great task of life is to learn the will of the Lord and then do it.

The success and the failure are not my concern, but His.