Quotes by Frank Laubach

Frank Laubach (1884–1970) — Missionar, Alphabetisierungspionier, Autor · Evangelikal · USA

Frank Laubach (1884–1970) war ein US-amerikanischer evangelischer Geistlicher und Missionar, der auf den Philippinen sowie in weltweiten Bildungskampagnen wirkte. Er wurde als Pionier der Alphabetisierung mit dem Prinzip „Each One Teach One“ und durch Schriften über das kontinuierliche Einüben der Gegenwart Gottes im Alltag bekannt. Für heutige Bibelleser verbindet sein Werk praktische Nächstenliebe mit geistlicher Disziplin, wenngleich seine kontemplative Mystik in Teilen des konservativen Protestantismus auf theologische Vorbehalte stieß.

Era: The 20th Century

Recurring topics: God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit, Discipleship, Prayer & Silence, Joy & Gratitude, Faith & Trust, Hope & Confidence, Service & Love of Neighbour, Humility & Pride

Quotes by Frank Laubach

I have done nothing but open windows—God has done all the rest.

Frank Laubach

There is no defeat unless one loses God, and then all is defeat, though it be housed in castles and buried in fortunes.

Frank Laubach

What, Father, do you desire said? What, Father, do you desire done this minute?

Frank Laubach

This philosophy that one can begin all over instantly at any moment is proving of great help.

Frank Laubach

I must talk about God, or I cannot keep Him in my mind. I must give Him away in order to have Him.

Frank Laubach

Prayer at its highest is a two-way conversation—and for me the most important part is listening to God's replies.

Frank Laubach

Disillusioned by all our other efforts, we now see that the only hope left for the human race is to become like Christ.

Frank Laubach

I have tasted a thrill in fellowship with God which has made anything discordant with God disgusting.

Frank Laubach

I added another resolve—to be as wide open toward people and their need as I am toward God.

Frank Laubach

Practicing the presence of God is not on trial. Countless saints have already proved it.

Frank Laubach

All hunger is because we are too selfish to feed one another.

Frank Laubach

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