You don't measure your maturity by comparing yourself with others. You judge maturity by comparing yourself to Jesus.
If your friends never make you uncomfortable. You don't have friends. You have fans.
Discipline is rarely enjoyable, but almost always profitable.
Would your city weep if your church did not exist?
We should never intentionally offend, but if you follow Jesus, you will offend religious people.
God, make me a man with thick skin and a soft heart. Make me a man who is tough and tender. Make me tough so I can handle life. Make me tender so I can love people. God, make me a man.