A Pelican of the Wilderness Quotes

“I don't believe much of the Creed literally, but I passionately believe in saying all of it together with the people of God. Besides, if I say it enough, it may come to me.”
― Robert W Griggs, A Pelican of the Wilderness: Depression, Psalms, Ministry, and Movies

“[...] I have found that there is a rock that supports my faith. But it's a borrowed rock, kind of a sedimentary rock composed in good measure of the faith of others.”
― Robert W Griggs, A Pelican of the Wilderness: Depression, Psalms, Ministry, and Movies

“This isn't vanity; it's positive feedback I receive that I do not disqualify.”
― Robert W Griggs, A Pelican of the Wilderness: Depression, Psalms, Ministry, and Movies

“Ever since I was a kid, I've just done what was assigned, made an A on it, and then waited for somebody to give me the next assignment. Now people are telling me I get to choose, that it's a nonpunitive democracy. How am I supposed to know what I want? I want to get well, feel good, and enjoy the rest of my life. Would somebody please tell me what to do?”
― Robert W Griggs, A Pelican of the Wilderness: Depression, Psalms, Ministry, and Movies