Top 300 Charles R. Swindoll Quotes (2026 Update)
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151. “When I think of vision, I have in mind the ability to see above and beyond the majority.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

152. “You can choose to be a drag and a burden, or an inspiration and encouragement.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

153. “If you never get criticized, chances are you aren’t getting anything done.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

154. “Acceptance is taking from God’s hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

155. “If you want to stop an argument, close your mouth.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

156. “The beautiful thing about encouragement is that anybody can do it.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

157. “If you only knew what God had to take me through to get me to the place where he could use me to be a blessing to other people, I doubt whether you would be willing to pay the price.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

158. “A teardrop on earth summons the King of heaven.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

159. “More than once Jesus deliberately addressed certain issues that quickly diminished the number of onlookers. It was commitment that thinned the ranks.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

160. “A family is a place where principles are hammered and honed on the anvil of everyday living.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

161. “Our identity as Christians is strengthened as we stand in the lengthening shadows of saints down through the centuries, who have always answered back in antiphonal voice: ‘He is risen, indeed!’”

— Charles R. Swindoll

162. “The beautiful thing about this adventure called faith is that we can count on Him never to lead us astray.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

163. “Thanksgiving speaks in clear, crisp tones of forgotten terms, like integrity – bravery – respect – freedom – discipline – sacrifice – godliness.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

164. “When you suffer and lose, that does not mean you are being disobedient to God. In fact, it might mean you’re right in the center of His will. The path of obedience is often marked by times of suffering and loss.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

165. “The swift wind of compromise is a lot more devastating than the sudden jolt of misfortune.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

166. “God does not dispense strength and encouragement like a druggist fills your prescription. The Lord doesn’t promise to give us something to take so we can handle our weary moments. He promises us Himself. That is all. And that is enough.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

167. “Allowing anger to seethe on the back burner will lead to a very large lid blowing off a very hot pot.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

168. “The habit of always putting off an experience until you can afford it, or until the time is right, or until you know how to do it is one of the greatest burglars of joy. Be deliberate, but once you’ve made up your mind -jump in.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

169. “We need discernment in what we see and what we hear and what we believe.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

170. “Envy is one of the great enemies of active spirituality. It keeps us from loving our neighbours, from functioning with others in community, and from affirming people’s unique worth. It also steals contentment from the heart. Is there anything or anyone you are envious of?”

— Charles R. Swindoll

171. “Faith does not change my circumstances; faith changes me. Faith may not bring in the tuition check when I need it, but faith will give me what it takes to hang on.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

172. “God often does His best work in us when He catches us by surprise and introduces a change that is completely against our own desire.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

173. “It takes faith to find personal significance in your relationship with God rather than how much money you earn, how beautiful you look, how many toys you own, how many trophies you collect, or how much territory you conquer and control.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

174. “The size of a challenge should never be measured by what we have to offer. It will never be enough. Furthermore, provision is God’s responsibility, not ours. We are merely called to commit what we have – even if it’s no more than a sack lunch.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

175. “Let’s choose each day and every day to keep an attitude of faith and joy and belief and compassion.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

176. “If the pace and the push, the noise and the crowds are getting to you, it’s time to stop the nonsense and find a place of solace to refresh your spirit.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

177. “I am a preacher. I’m involved in many other things, but, mainly, I preach. And I love it!”

— Charles R. Swindoll

178. “Choose to view life through God’s eyes. This will not be easy because it doesn’t come naturally to us. We cannot do this on our own. We have to allow God to elevate our vantage point. Start by reading His Word, the Bible... Pray and ask God to transform your thinking. Let Him do what you cannot. Ask Him to give you an eternal, divine perspective.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

179. “God is a specialist at making something useful and beautiful out of something broken and confused.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

180. “God never asked us to meet life’s pressures and demands on our own terms or by relying upon our own strength. Nor did He demands that we win His favor by assembling an impressive portfolio of good deeds. Instead, He invites us to enter His rest.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

181. “We can’t solve modern problems by going back in time. Retreating to the safety of the familiar is an understandable response, but God has called us to a life of faith. And faith requires us to face the unknown while trusting Him completely.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

182. “Nothing can compensate for a lack of authenticity.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

183. “A “godly” person is one who ceases to be self-centered in order to become God-centered.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

184. “The skeptic may deny your doctrine or attack your church but he cannot honestly ignore the fact that your life has been changed.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

185. “Authentic men aren’t afraid to show affection, release their feelings, hug their children, cry when they’re sad, admit it when they’re wrong, and ask for help when they need it.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

186. “An anniversary says, “Think of the dreams you have weathered together. They are intimate accomplishments.””

— Charles R. Swindoll

187. “Anxious. Intriguing word. It literally means, “to be divided” or “distracted.” It conveys the idea of being so mentally ill at ease that you cannot do what you need to do because you are so distracted in your thinking.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

188. “Convictions are a matter of choice, not force.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

189. “God has somehow placed into Christian’s insides a special something, that extra inner reservoir of power that is more than a match for the stuff life throws at us.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

190. “If I had my life to live over, I’d have spent more hours in worship.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

191. “In spite of the extent to which Solomon went to find happiness, because he left God out of the picture, nothing satisfied. It never will. Satisfaction in life will never occur until there is a meaningful connection with the living Lord above the sun.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

192. “It’s not enough merely to believe there is a God. You must believe in the God who is there.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

193. “More often than not, when something looks like it’s the absolute end, it is really the beginning.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

194. “For there to be true maturity, people must be given room to grow, which includes room to fail...”

— Charles R. Swindoll

195. “When you have a sense of calling, whether it’s to be a musician, soloist, artist, in one of the technical fields, or a plumber, there is something deep and enriching when you realize it isn’t just a casual choice, it’s a divine calling. It’s not limited to vocational Christian service by any means.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

196. “If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

197. “I know of nothing more valuable, when it comes to the all-important virtue of authenticity, than simply being who you are.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

198. “If you are having difficulty loving or relating to an individual, take him to God. Bother the Lord with this person. Don’t you be bothered with him – leave him at the throne.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

199. “Worry and faith just don’t mix.”

— Charles R. Swindoll

200. “Anyone who influences others is a leader.”

— Charles R. Swindoll