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

It’s critical that we know what we believe, no matter what we feel...that we know what is true, no matter what we see.

We will never be more ourselves, with the fullness of our personality and the uniqueness of our gifting, than when we just wholly give ourselves over to our very faithful, faithful God.

No sin, no matter how momentarily pleasurable, comforting, or habitual, is worth missing what God has for us.

God is the Deliverer, but we never know how He might deliver us.

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!

We want Christ to hurry and calm the storm. He wants us to find him in the midst of it first.