David

“The cross is the worst thing that ever happened that, by God’s plan, became the best thing that ever happened.”
― Paul David Tripp, Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family

“Life breaks us,” Dalinar said. “Then we fill the cracks with something stronger.”
― Brandon Sanderson, Wind and Truth

“I was told “if you do this you’ll never work for the United States government again.” I said “Could I have that in writing?”
― Michael Livingston, Origins of the Wheel of Time: The Legend

“Or no-remember it, and if you think at any time that I am growing conceited —it is not likely, but it might arise."
I concealed a smile.
"Eh bien, my friend, you shall say to me, 'Chocolate box.' Is it agreed?"
"It's a bargain!"
"After all," said Poirot reflectively, "it was an experience! I, who have undoubtedly the finest brain in Europe at present, can afford to be magnanimous!"
"Chocolate box," I murmured gently.
"Pardon, mon ami?"
I looked at Poirot's innocent face, as he bent forward inquiringly, and my heart smote me. I had suffered often at his hands, but I, too, though not possessing the finest brain in Europe, could afford to be magnanimous!
"Nothing," I lied, and lit another pipe, smiling to myself.”
― Agatha Christie, Poirot Investigates