There is likewise a timing in building. The breaking down of the old and the cleaning out of the rubbish accumulated over the past must precede new construction. Repentance is the first condition of a new heart; we must turn from in order to fully turn to. To rush the job by leaving out the first steps may result in delay or damage to the intended project.
~Winkie Pratney
Spiritual Vocations
Quotable Quotes & Memorable Moments
Memes
Having spoken at literally tens of thousands of events, to millions of young people, over the course of five decades, Winkie often used "one-liners" to catch peoples' attention. Of course Winkie was always quick to say he wasn't original, but to those of us who know Winkie, when we hear certain things, we automatically think of him...

Doing this one completely from memory... I believe I first heard this in Winkie's series, "Ministering to an MTV Generation." ~Ross



