When we turn luxuries into necessities, we jeopardize our ability for contentedness.

People may not be impressed by our theological grasp, but they may be impressed by our expressions of practical godliness.

We may be confident in this: that in the pain of our suffering is the presence of a faithful God.

It's all about God. May He forgive us for every time we start to think it's actually all about us.

We Christians are secure, realizing that even our failures and our sins are under His control.

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.

Prayer is an acknowledgment that our need of God's help is not partial but total.