I 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!

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

Our identity as Christians is strengthened as we stand in the lengthening shadows of saints down through the centuries, who have always answered back in antiphonal voice: 'He is risen, indeed!'

God seems to reward us with good, delightful experiences when we move with joy through the less-than-delightful times.

We aren't just thrown on this earth like dice tossed across a table. We are lovingly placed here for a purpose

Only you can determine your choice of attitude. Choose wisely, choose carefully, choose confidently!

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!