The circumstances and events that we see as setbacks are oftentimes the very things that launch us into periods of intense spiritual growth

Every test, every trial, every heartache that's been significant, I can turn it over and see how God has turned it into good no matter what.

One of Satan's most deceptive and powerful ways of defeating us is to get us to believe a lie. And the biggest lie is that there are no consequences to our own doing. Satan will give you whatever you ask for if it will lead you where he ultimately wants you.

Brokenness is God’s requirement for maximum usefulness.

Obey God and leave all the consequences to Him.

The Bible tells us that God will meet all our needs. He feeds the birds of the air and clothes the grass with the splendor of lilies. How much more, then, will He care for us, who are made in His image? Our only concern is to obey the heavenly Father and leave the consequences to Him.

The difficulties we face originate from one of three sources. Some are sent to us by the Lord to test our faith, others are the result of Satan's attacks, and still others are due to our own sinful choices.