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Quote by Thomas Kempis
We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are

We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are. – Thomas Kempis

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He has great tranquillity of heart who cares neither for the praises nor the fault-finding of men. – Thomas Kempis

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How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to Thy Word. Thy Word I have treasured in my heart, that I may not sin against Thee. Psalms 119:9-11 – Bible

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Temptations, when we first meet them, are like a lion that roared at Samson; but if we overcome them, the next time we see them we shall find a nest of honey within them. – John Bunyan

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