I received Christ into my heart and my life began to change. But it was a gradual change. And I didn't see any flashing bulbs. I didn't hear any thunder. There was no great emotional experience. It was just saying: Yes, Lord Jesus, I want you to be the lord of my life.

The cross shows us the seriousness of our sin-but it also shows us the immeasurable love of God.

Even when life may be difficult, we should thank God for all He does for us-which we do not deserve.

Salvation is an act of God. It is initiated by God, wrought by God, and sustained by God.

I feel sorry for the man who has never known the bracing thrill of taking a stand and sticking to it fearlessly. Moral courage has rewards that timidity can never imagine. Like a shot of adrenaline, it floods the spirit with vitality.

Some of the greatest values that have influenced me through the years are those that I learned as a boy growing up on the farm. I remember mostly the love in our family, but I also remember the discipline. Then there was the work; we all had to work.

Believers, look up - take courage. The angels are nearer than you think.