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A noble man compares and estimates himself by an idea which is higher than himself, and a mean man by one which is lower than himself. The one produces aspiration: the other ambition. Ambition is the way a vulgar man aspires.
H. W. Beecher.
The point
A noble person aspires toward ideals higher than himself; a base person harbors ambitions lower than his potential—the former lifts, the latter degrades.
Scripture
Philippians 3:12-14Proverbs 23:4-5
Audience
Adults
Tone
Inspiring · Convicting
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