When we detach the Word of God from the heart of God, we miss the point of God.
God doesn't work for us; we work for God.
You cannot amputate your history from your destiny, because that is redemption.
Better to admit where you're not and ask God's help to get you where you need to be.
Dirt is dirt, and we've all got it no matter where we come from. I'm not sure Christ sees one kind of dirt as dirtier than another. One thing is for sure: His blood is able to bleach any stain left by any kind of dirt.
God often proves Himself when we feel we have the least to offer.