Some things don't need to be cut back. They need to be cut off.

To possess dignity is to be worthy of respect. Worthy of high esteem. Absorb this: you are worthy of respect.

When we detach the Word of God from the heart of God, we miss the point of God.

Christ sometimes provokes a question so that He can be the answer.

Satan knows that the nature of humankind is to act out of how we feel rather than what we know. One of our most important defenses against satanic influence will be learning how to behave out of what we know is truth rather than what we feel.

In my morning time with God, I ask Him to fill all my hollow places with His lavish, unfailing love. This frees me from craving the approval of others and requiring them to fill up my “cup.” Then, if someone takes the time to demonstrate his or her love for me, that's the overflow! I am free to appreciate and enjoy it, but I didn't emotionally require it!

God often proves Himself when we feel we have the least to offer.