Grant me, O Lord my God, a mind to know you, a heart to seek you, wisdom to find you, conduct pleasing to you, faithful perseverance in waiting for you, and a hope of finally embracing you. Amen.
If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship, he would keep it in port forever.
- Topic: Goals, Leadership, Purpose, Vision
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There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.
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