If you put your faith in yourself and your abilities, intellect and dreams, then your foundation is only as strong as you are.

God's voice is still and quiet and easily buried under an avalanche of clamour.

Stop for a minute and think about how you typically interact with God. If prayer time is dominated by your own talking, some adjustments may be in order. Just as the Lord spoke to David, God also has many things to say to you, if you'll simply let Him speak.

Whatever brings you to your knees in weakness carries the greatest potential for your personal success and spiritual victory.

When you become an instrument in God's hands as He transfers someone from the realm of darkness into the kingdom of His Son, you make a difference in the person's eternal destiny. Not only that, but Satan also receives a devastating blow.

When you become consumed by God's call on your life, everything will take on new meaning and significance. You will begin to see every facet of your life - including your pain - as a means through which God can work to bring others to Himself.

It is not the trials in your life that develop or destroy you, but rather your response to those hardships.