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“Helen Keller was blind and deaf when she graduated from college with honors. So what's your problem?”
― Charles Stanley

“Obey God and leave all the consequences to Him.”
― Charles Stanley

“We can be tired, weary and emotionally distraught, but after spending time alone with God, we find that He injects into our bodies energy, power and strength.”
― Charles Stanley

“You always have God's undivided attention.”
― Charles Stanley

“Fear stifles our thinking and actions. It creates indecisiveness that results in stagnation. I have known talented people who procrastinate indefinitely rather than risk failure. Lost opportunities cause erosion of confidence, and the downward spiral begins.”
― Charles F. Stanley

“[Prayer] is the link between God's inexhaustible resources and people’s needs...God is the source of power, but we are the instrument He uses to link the two together.”
― Charles Stanley

“Behavior is the substance of religion. Belief is the substance of relationship.”
― Charles F. Stanley, God's Way Day By Day: A Daily Devotional for Discovering God’s Life-Changing Wisdom (365 Devotions - Inspiration for Every Day of the Year) – The Perfect Christian New Year's Resolution Gift

“We must remember that the shortest distance between our problems and their solutions is the distance between our knees and the floor.”
― Charles Stanley, Handle with Prayer: Unwrap the Source of God's Strength for Living

“Our willingness to wait reveals the value we place on the object we're waiting for.”
― Charles Stanley

“It is dangerous for us to allow our difficulties to reside in the forefront of our thinking. Rather, our focus should always remain on our matchless God, who can triumph over any trouble we bring to Him.

When God said no to one blessing, it was so I could experience a greater one later on.

God speaks to you and me through every situation, but hearing Him is dependent upon our anticipating and paying attention to His instruction.

Regardless of the circumstances we experience, we know God is teaching us something, and we will intentionally and eagerly learn and apply whatever it is.

There are many days when I cannot wait to get home and be alone with the Father. I am eager to leave behind all the stresses and decisions, change out of my suit and tie, go into my prayer closet, open God’s Word, and relax in His loving arms. Many times I don’t need to say a word. I simply want to hear from the Lord, experiencing His peaceful wisdom and loving presence. There is nothing better in life than just being with Him.”
― Charles F. Stanley, La conversación suprema: Cómo hablar con Dios por medio de la oración

“opportunities are always lost when we let fear overrule our faith”
― Dr. Charles F. Stanley

“Our emotions often stand in direct opposition to our faith in the Lord and what He is achieving for us.”
― Charles F. Stanley

“If God has positioned us in a certain place, we must leave all the details to Him.”
― Charles F. Stanley, God's Solutions for Your Life: 12 Keys for Finding Clear Guidance in Life's Trials

“Fight all your battles on your knees and you win every time.”
― Charles F. Stanley, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Daily Bible, NKJV

“None of us has become perfect (Phil. 3:12). None of us does everything right. None of us is so wise that we always speak the right word or so strong that we always do the right thing. Remembering this keeps us humble.”
― Charles F. Stanley, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Daily Bible, NKJV

“There is no need to go through life handicapped by past experiences. What others say about you doesn’t matter. How they treated you is inconsequential. The only accurate, eternal, unassailable measure of your worth comes from almighty God, who will one day judge the living and the dead without exception (1 Pet. 4:4–5).”
― Charles F. Stanley, Emotions: Confront the Lies. Conquer with Truth.

“I’ve learned that our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.”
― Charles F. Stanley, I Lift Up My Soul: Devotions to Start Your Day with God

“5Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; 6In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall bdirect your paths.”
― Charles F. Stanley, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Daily Bible, NKJV

“There is no substitute for a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.”
― Charles F. Stanley, NASB, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible: Holy Bible, New American Standard Bible

“make amends to those you’ve hurt, and forgive anyone who has wounded you. If He does, then obey Him immediately. But then move on. Don’t continue to beat yourself up over something that God has forgiven. True, you may still have to live with consequences related to your choices. But the Father doesn’t want you to live with unresolved guilt, shame, or regret. Seek Him and be free.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Every Day in His Presence: A Daily Devotional for Finding Peace and Purpose (365 Devotions - Inspiration for Every Day of the Year)

“The only never you should focus on is that God will never let you down.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Waiting on God: Strength for Today and Hope for Tomorrow

“An idol is anything that you value more—either by your attitude or actions—than God.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Waiting on God: Strength for Today and Hope for Tomorrow

“Hear me very carefully on this point. Nobody can take your peace from you. If you have lost your peace, you have lost it for one main reason—you have surrendered it.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Finding Peace: God's Promise of a Life Free from Regret, Anxiety, and Fear

“— Who will transform the body of our humble state into conformity with the body of His glory. When we die, we will immediately be in the presence of Almighty God. As believers, we will no longer remember the struggles and sorrows of this life because our minds and bodies will be absolutely purified in His presence. In fact, everything will be different, because we will stand holy and glorified before the Lord (1 Cor. 13:12; 1 John 3:2). If your body is broken, in pain, or you simply do not like it—hold on. One day, you will have a brand new one if you believe in Him (1 Cor. 15:40–54).”
― Charles F. Stanley, NASB, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible: Holy Bible, New American Standard Bible

“God’s blessing is often dependent on our obedience.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Handle with Prayer: Unwrap the Source of God's Strength for Living

“As we place our dependence upon God, an incredible freedom and peace will begin to rest in our hearts. And reaching that point in our lives makes every failure worth it.”
― Charles F. Stanley, I Lift Up My Soul: Devotions to Start Your Day with God

“Put your faith, hope, and trust in God. Do not look at your circumstances. Commit yourself to doing what He requires of you. Cling to the promises in His Word. Then when desperation pulls at your heart, you can cry out to Him, knowing that He hears your every word and will answer and provide the encouragement you need to hold out in the face of adversity.”
― Charles F. Stanley, How to Let God Solve Your Problems: 12 Keys to Finding Clear Guidance in Life's Trials

“The length of time it takes to catch on to this relationship depends on us—not God. The more willing we are to confess our inadequacy, the easier it is for us to fully surrender to His will for our lives.”
― Charles F. Stanley, The Spirit-Filled Life: Discover the Joy of Surrendering to the Holy Spirit

“First priority becomes first action.”
― Charles Stanley

“Jesus died on the cross and rose from the grave to make us holy and acceptable to Him once and for all.”
― Charles F. Stanley, Emotions: Confront the Lies. Conquer with Truth.