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.

Good listeners believe they can learn something from everyone.

Acceptance is taking from God's hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving.

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!

In spite of our high-tech world and efficient procedures, people remain the essential ingredient of life.

The best tests of my Christian growth occur in the mainstream of life, not in the quietness of my study

With vision there is no room to be frightened. No reason for intimidation. It's time to march forward! Let's be confident and positive!