When we are formed inwardly, outer issues do become much more manageable.

Fasting confirms our utter dependence upon God by finding in Him a source of sustenance beyond food.

My hope is to gain a fresh hearing for Jesus, especially among those who believe they already understand him. In his case, quite frankly, presumed familiarity has led to unfamiliarity, unfamiliarity has led to contempt, and contempt has led to profound ignorance.

We have churches full of people who profess all kinds of stuff that they don't believe. They think that by professing it they're doing something good. Really, they're just deluding themselves.

Every church needs to be able to answer two questions. First, what is our plan for making disciples? And second, does our plan work?

As we reach out to God, we get another source of strength.

Jesus is actually looking for people he can trust with his power.