Quotes from Henrietta Mears

Only that which is directed toward definite goals, which in turn are founded on sound educational philosophy, can be ultimately meaningful. The principles must always precede the activities.

If I had my life to live over again, I would just believe God.

God never put anyone in a place too small to grow in.

When I consider my ministry, I think of the world. Anything less than that would not be worthy of Christ, nor of his will for my life.

Our duty is to understand youth, but more, to help them understand themselves that they may release their varied abilities... We must help them to discover a life work, not work for life.

The man who keeps busy helping the man below him won't have time to envy the man above him.

All that I see teaches me to thank the Creator for all I cannot see.

Hospitality should have no other nature than love.

When God gives a command or a vision of truth, it is never a question of what He will do, but what we will do.

The man who walks with God always gets to his destination.

God buries His workmen, but not His work.

It is difficult to steer a parked car, so get moving.

Faith is caught rather than taught.

Youth does not think into the future far enough, therefore we must encourage them to dream of great tomorrows.