Vision encompasses vast vistas outside the realm of the predictable, the safe, the expected.
Charles R. SwindollNo, the thing that makes for greatness is determination, persisting in the right direction over the long haul, following your dream, staying at the task.
Charles R. SwindollFocus on your marriage. Because that's the nucleus of the home, whatever you do to restore its health and strength will naturally restore what's broken among the other relationships. If you have no children yet, this will make a comfortable nest for them to begin life well. If you have children, the changes you make in your marriage will affect the rest of the household more quickly and dramatically than you think.
Charles R. SwindollRejoicing is clearly a spiritual command. To ignore it, I need to remind you, is disobedience.
Charles R. SwindollI am convinced that wise planning is good. But plans, like material possessions, must always be held loosely. Yes - always! Plan wisely, but be ready for God to rearrange things and take you along paths that may feel dangerous to you. Don't sweat it; He knows what He's doing. And He isn't obligated to inform you ... or request permission to upset your neat little agenda!
Charles R. Swindoll