God's presence within us is like the fire in the burning bush. It gradually glows right through us. Although we remain entirely ourselves, we are transformed into our true self—as God intended us to be from the very beginning.

Frederica Mathewes-Green (b. 1952), Autorin und Referentin

Source: First Fruits of Prayer: A Forty-Day Journey through the Canon of St. Andrew

Topics: God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit, Growth & Character, Meaning & Identity

Occasions: For Reflection, Encouragement

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