Deep, contended joy comes from a place of complete security and confidence [in God] - even in the midst of trial.

My order of priorities reflects the level of my commitment to Christ. Whoever or whatever is in first place, if it isn't the Lord Jesus, is in the wrong place.

For there to be true maturity, people must be given room to grow, which includes room to fail.

Because God gave you your makeup and superintended every moment of your past, including all the hardship, pain, and struggles, He wants to use your words in a unique manner. No one else can speak through your vocal cords, and, equally important, no one else has your story.

If you never get criticized, chances are you aren't getting anything done.

The lens of fear magnifies the size of uncertainty.

We want the safety of yesterday even though we know it's not where God would have us.