Vision is the ability to see God’s presence, to perceive God’s power, to focus on God’s plan in spite of the obstacles.

On tough days, you gotta have heart. Don't quit, whatever you do. Persevere.

Jesus never commanded believers to produce fruit. Fruit is the purpose of the branch, but it is not the responsibility of the branch. The branch cannot produce anything on it's own. However, if it remains attached to the vine, it will receive life-sustaining sap, nourishment, strength, everything it needs.

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

Life...as God intended it enables us to live above the drag of fear, superstition, shame, pessimism, guilt, anxiety, worry, and all the negativity that keeps people from seizing each day as a gift from Him.

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.

Tell yourself right now and throughout today, that it's okay to draw away from the maddening crowd. Jesus did; so can you.