What you fear most will determine whether you merely save for the future or give for the future.

It doesn't really matter what time it is if you haven't determined what to do with your time.

It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God

In the shadow of my hurt, forgiveness feel like a decision to reward my enemy. But in the shadow of the cross, forgiveness is merely a gift from one undeserving soul to another.

There will be very few occasions when you are absolutely certain about anything. You will consistently be called upon to make decisions with limited information. That being the case, your goal should not be to eliminate uncertainty. Instead, you must develop the art of being clear in the face of uncertainty.

If you are a local church or non-profit, you live and die with volunteers.

Our culture highlights all the trouble, all the drama, all the affairs and all the junk. Do not believe for a minute that any of that reflects reality. That does not have to be your future. The handwriting is not written on the wall.