David Brainerd was an American missionary to the Native Americans who had a particularly fruitful ministry among the Delaware Indians of New Jersey. During his short life he was beset by many difficulties. As a result, his biography has become a source of inspiration and encouragement to many Christians, including missionaries such as William Carey and Jim Elliot, and Brainerd's cousin, the Second Great Awakening evangelist James Brainerd Taylor.
If you hope for happiness in the world, hope for it from God, and not from the world. happiness & hope
I fear God never showed mercy to one so vile as I. fear
I have a secret thought from some things I have observed, that God may perhaps design you for some singular service in the world. design
We are a long time in learning that all our strength and salvation is in God. faith, learning & strength
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 more wisdom & wit from William Blake
32 more wisdom & wit from William Blake
Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer
6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 other sayings from Storm Jameson
2 other sayings from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 thoughts from Victor Hugo
73 thoughts from Victor Hugo