The task of the teacher of the Bible is to open up what’s closed, to make plain what is obscure, to unravel what is knotted and to unfold what is tightly packed.

We are not brought by faith into a realm of passivity, but rather, we are brought into the realm of diligent activity.

‎"The best of men are just men at best.

God's concern is for His name, His glory, His people, His unfolding eternal purpose and for His Kingdom.

I once was absolutely useless, and God in His grace has made me useful.

A good church is a Bible-centered church. Nothing is as important as this--not a large congregation, a witty pastor, or tangible experiences of the Holy Spirit.

The fact that we have to discuss reality as though there were no reality is an indication of the confusion of our times.