We were never created to settle for mere religion. Jesus did not die so that we could have a religious belief system - but rather a life-giving relationship with our Father.

We have a responsibility to carry the baton of faith to the next generation.

I also came to understand that our authenticity (or lack thereof) is made evident by the fruit that our life is bearing.

The biblical model is that God deliberately chooses imperfect vessels - those who have been wounded, those with physical or emotional limitations. Then he prepares them to serve and sends them out with their weakness still evident, so that his strength can be made perfect in that weakness.

It's impossible to get to the end if you quit in the middle.

We also need to be willing to make room in our lives for the impending birth of our dreams.

Compassion is never compassion until you cross the street and go do something about it.