Man finds it hard to get what he wants, because he does not want the best; God finds it hard to give, because He would give the best, and man will not take it.

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You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you.
Augustine of Hippo

Jesus calls us not to a new religion, but to life.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer

I would not be able to seek you if you had not already found me.
Augustine of Hippo

When you see a child, you catch God in the act.
Martin Luther

God does not love us because we are lovable, but because his nature is love.
Oswald Chambers

God seeks you more than your offering.
Augustine of Hippo

God has his ear at your heart.
Augustine of Hippo

God is closer to us than we are to ourselves.
Augustine of Hippo