No amount of organization and time management will compensate for a lack of Christian character, not when it comes to this great calling of glory through good–bringing glory to God by doing good to others.

Tim Challies
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No amount of organization and time management will compensate for a lack of Christian character, not when it comes to this great calling of glory through good—bringing glory to God by doing good to others. This is one of the most difficult lessons for many people to learn. It requires great honesty and self-honesty. While we can organize our lives and make things happen, we cannot make spiritual growth happen if we do not expend the energy necessary to be honest with ourselves.

Source: Do More Better: A Practical Guide To Productivity

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