If I ever wrote a book on preaching, it would contain three words: Preach the Word. Get rid of all the other stuff that gets you sidetracked; preach the Word.

Of all the things God created, I am often most grateful He created laughter.

Give us an intense distaste for things that displease You and a renewed pleasure in things that bring You honor and magnify Your truth.

The secret to responsible trust is acceptance. Acceptance is taking from God's hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving, knowing that the confinement of the hedge we're in is good and for His glory. Even though what we're enduring may be painful, it's good simply because God Himself has allowed it.

I think it is important to begin with a statement in your speech that grabs the attention of the audience. I try to make my opening line 15 words or less.

To require God to prove that He is able and willing to fulfill His promises would be proof positive that one does not trust Him.

Know yourself, like yourself, be yourself.