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

Words can never adequately convey the incredible impact of our attitudes toward life. The longer I live the more convinced I become that life is 10 percent what happens to us and 90 percent how we respond to it.

What sets Christian spiritual activity apart from all other religions is that they have knowledge of Christ as their goal; not moral perfection (although you will become more moral), not tranquility (although your life will be remarkably more peaceful). And because of the grace you have in Christ, the disciplines will do nothing to make you more accepted by the Father. You cannot be more accepted than you already are in Christ, since He has already done it all for you!

Wouldn't you like to contribute to an event that is part of Christ's own prediction, "I will build my church"?

Today is unique! It has never occurred and it will never be repeated. At midnight it will end, quietly, suddenly, totally. Forever. But the hours between now and then are opportunities with eternal possibilities.

Walk by faith! Stop the plague of worry. Relax! Learn to say, "Lord, this is Your battle."

When I think of vision, I have in mind the ability to see above and beyond the majority.