Lloyd C. Douglas
Born: 01-01-1877
Lloyd C. Douglas was an influential American author and Lutheran minister, renowned for his inspirational novels that explore themes of faith and morality. Born in 1877, he gained widespread acclaim with works like "The Robe" and "Magnificent Obsession," which blend spiritual introspection with compelling storytelling. Douglas's writing reflects his deep theological insights, making a significant impact on both literary and religious communities until his passing in 1951.
Book summaries for books written by Lloyd C. Douglas
Quotes
A man can be a coward for any number of reasons. One might be that he is afraid to die; another, that he is afraid to live.
It's always easier to agree to the command of a person who's stronger than you are.
It's not hard to die for a friend. It's hard to find a friend worth dying for.
Sometimes a man gets a second chance. Maybe it's not much, but it's a chance.
What we are is God's gift to us. What we become is our gift to God.
The man who's content to think he understands the truth is not only a fool, but a lazy fool.
Faith is the most infectious disease in the world. When you get it, you want to spread it to others.
It is a wonderful thing when a man is able to leave his mark on the world, but it is a far more wonderful thing when the world leaves its mark on a man.
The greatest of all happiness is to be convinced that we are loved.
The measure of a man's real character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out.
The best protection against the devil is the presence of God.
We need to stop saying 'I wish' and start saying 'I will'. Anything is possible when you have the right mindset.