Research indicates that once an uncommitted couple gets involved in sexual intercourse, the relationship usually begins to end. They have reached the superficial end of the physical aspects of the relationship, and they have no particularly compelling reason to explore its depths.
Chip IngramThe ancient path of communion with God is knowing what He's really like. And prayer is simply keeping company with God.
Chip IngramThe cross is the greatest example of humility and devotion in the universe. Jesus put your needs ahead of His own. He considered you more valuable than Himself.
Chip IngramPray when you feel like praying," somebody has said. "Pray when you don't feel like praying. Pray until you do feel like praying.
Chip IngramI know for me, going back the person I've bad-mouthed or lied to is absolutely humiliating! But isn't it interesting that "humiliating" has the same root word as "humility"? Part of humility is taking responsibility for my sin and asking forgiveness even when it doesn't feel good. God wants to heal and restore your relationships, but it's not easy.
Chip Ingram