On this day January 28 in the year 1954, Rick Warren was born in California, United States. He is an evangelical pastor and the author of the popular self-help book “The Purpose Driven Life”.

Here are some of his words of wisdom to motivate us.

“You were made by God and for God and until you understand that, life will never make sense.”

“If you’re alive, there’s a purpose for your life.”

“You’re not really ready to live unless you know what you’re willing to die for.”

“We are products of our past, but we don’t have to be prisoners of it.”

“The only way you can serve God is by serving other people.”

“You can like somebody without agreeing with all of their policies.”

“I believe in the separation of church and state, but I do not believe in the separation of politics from religion.”

“God sometimes removes a person from your life for your protection. Don’t run after them.”

“Living in the light of eternity changes your priorities.”

“The more you pray, the less you’ll panic. The more you worship, the less you worry. You’ll feel more patient and less pressured.”

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