Every human being is under construction from conception to death.

It may be difficult to understand why a test comes our way, but we must never forget that the test is accomplishing refining and purification.

God is unchanging in His love. He loves you. He has a plan for your life. Don't let the newspaper headlines frighten you. God is still sovereign; He's still on the throne.

There come times when we have to fight for peace.

God does not change - and neither does His love. He loved you before you were born... He loves you now... and He will love you forever.

Like Joseph storing up grain during the years of plenty to be used during the years of famine that lay ahead, may we store up the truths of God's Word in our hearts as much as possible, so that we are prepared for whatever suffering we are called upon to endure.

Over the years I've seen people lose a spouse and then withdraw and lose interest in life, and I believe we need to resist that.