God often does His best work in us when He catches us by surprise and introduces a change that is completely against our own desire.
Charles R. SwindollDeep, contended joy comes from a place of complete security and confidence [in God] - even in the midst of trial.
Charles R. SwindollOur great tendency in this age is to increase our speed, to run faster, even in the Christian life. In the process our walk with God stays shallow, and our tank runs low on fumes. Intimacy offers a full tank of fuel that can only be found by pulling up closer to God, which requires taking necessary time and going to the effort to make that happen.
Charles R. Swindoll