“Second, the biblical principle of “ask, seek, and knock” is prudent advice for gaining a higher level of access.”
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T.D. Jakes
“Most people are manipulated by the approval of others, the paycheck that supports them, and the lifestyle that has handcuffed them to the brass ring of perceived success. On this path we eventually live like slaves to a man-made system. We chase the goals of others instead of pursuing our own dreams. We anesthetize our despair with the next purchase, pill, or plunder.”
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T.D. Jakes
“It’s better to gather in righteousness than fellowship with darkness.”
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T.D. Jakes
“God will not let your needs and wants go unattended, especially when you desire to be more like Him.”
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T.D. Jakes
When ideas hang out with influence, income will always emerge.”
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T.D. Jakes
“It can be frightening to own your authentic self.”
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T.D. Jakes
“You cannot partake of the power of Christ’s resurrection unless you are first willing to lay down your own will and desires, and die to all your pride and independence.”
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T.D. Jakes
“Soon I was to find that people who had been creative at one stage of growth now seemed empty of ideas—and worse, they seemed not to notice that the ground had moved up under their feet! As I grew and encountered higher ideals and new goals, what had once been acceptable now seemed lethargic at best and lethal if ignored. You can’t take everyone with you just because they were with you where you were before.”
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T.D. Jakes
“It’s okay to be fearful, but don’t let the fear keep you from flying!”
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T.D. Jakes
“Friends, loved ones, and even enemies influence us, but that doesn’t mean their comments are relevant to your destiny.”
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T.D. Jakes
“Never make a permanent decision about a temporary situation.”
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T.D. Jakes
“Instinct and purpose often operate like a marriage.”
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T.D. Jakes
“Destiny is not for comfort seekers. Destiny is for the daring and determined who are willing to endure some discomfort, delay gratification, and go where Destiny leads.”
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T.D. Jakes
“People tend to glorify the past, especially when they are struggling with the future.”
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T.D. Jakes
“There is no shortcut to excellence.”
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T.D. Jakes
