To risk reputation and affection for the truth's sake is so demanding that to do it constantly you will need a degree of moral principle that only the Spirit of God can work in you. Do not turn your back like a coward, but play the man. Follow boldly in your Master's steps, for He has made this rough journey before you. Better a brief warfare and eternal rest than false peace and everlasting torment.

What kind of wonderful God is this who reaches down into the lives of people, picks them up, grants them faith, and changes them!

If we do not roll up our sleeves to the task of the Gospel in our days, then we will amount to virtually nothing for God.

When grace begins to rule, then our preoccupation with ourselves begins to leave.

The Creator of the universe knows me.

I am weaker and more sinful than I ever before believed, but through Jesus Christ I'm more loved and accepted than I ever dared hope.

The story line of the Bible is the story line of God taking the initiative in seeking out a people who are His very own.