There is an extraordinary power in storytelling that stirs the imagination and makes an indelible impression on the mind.

Childlike surrender and trust, I believe, is the defining spirit of authentic discipleship.

The sinners to whom Jesus directed His messianic ministry were not those who skipped morning devotions or Sunday church. His ministry was to those whom society considered real sinners. They had done nothing to merit salvation. Yet they opened themselves to the gift that was offered them. On the other hand, the self-righteous placed their trust in the works of the Law and closed their hearts to the message of grace.

The Good News means we can stop lying to ourselves. The sweet sound of amazing grace saves us from the necessity of self-deception. It keeps us from denying that though Christ was victorious, the battle with lust, greed, and pride still rages within us.

Troubadours have always been more important and influential than theologians and bishops

Authentic Christianity should lead to maturity, personality, and reality. It should fashion whole men and women living lives of love and communion

All that is good is ours not by right but by the sheer bounty of a gracious God