Sheer scholarship alone cannot reveal to us the gospel of grace. We must never allow the authority of books, institutions, or leaders to replace the authority of KNOWING Jesus Christ personally and directly. When the religious views of others interpose between us and the primary experience of Jesus as the Christ, we become unconvicted and unpersuasive travel agents handing out brochures to places we have never visited.
Brennan ManningI could more easily contain Niagara Falls in a teacup than I can comprehend the wild, uncontainable love of God.
Brennan ManningTrust is that rare and priceless treasure that wins us the affection of our heavenly Father.
Brennan ManningJesus was victorious not because he never flinched, talked back, or questioned, but having flinched, talked back, and questioned, he remained faithful.
Brennan Manning