For Luther, it (faith) is an undeviating, trusting outlook appointment life, a constant stance of the trustworthiness of the promises of God.

Rational argument does not create belief, but it maintains a climate in which belief may flourish.

The hallmark of intelligence is not whether one believes in God or not, but the quality of the processes that underlie one’s beliefs.

Hope is a settled state of mind, in which we see the world in its true light, and look forward to our final homecoming in heaven.

Suffering does not call into question the "big picture" of the Christian faith. It reminds us that we do not see the whole picture, and are thus unable to fit all of the pieces neatly into place.

Good does not triumph unless good people rise to the challenges around them.

We live on earth; our homeland is in heaven.