As God's children, we are not to be observers; we're to participate actively in the Lord's work. Spectators sit and watch, but we are called to use our spiritual gifts and serve continually.
Charles StanleyThe circumstances and events that we see as setbacks are oftentimes the very things that launch us into periods of intense spiritual growth
Charles StanleySuffering prepares you by training you to trust God and know that He is always at work in your life.
Charles StanleyGod is looking for imperfect men and women who have learned to walk in moment-by-momen t dependence on the Holy Spirit. Christians who have come to terms with their inadequacies, fears, and failures. Believers who have become discontent with 'surviving' and have taken the time to investigate everything God has to offer in this life.
Charles Stanley