Circles of Our Lives

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If God is in the little circles of our lives, God will be in the big circles of our lives.

The Right Rev. Mark L. MacDonald, National Indigenous Bishop, The Anglican Church of Canada

Adversity

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Adversity is like the grindstone used for polishing jade: if you don't use it, the jade won't shine. 

Master Cheng Yen, founder of Tzu Chi Foundation, Buddhist Philanthropic Organization