The dangerous assumption we unknowingly accept in the American dream is that our greatest asset is our own ability.

It is a constant battle to resist the temptation to have more luxuries, to acquire more stuff, and to live more comfortably.

We don't have stomachs for the things of this world because we have feasted on the goodness of our God.

Gospel possession requires gospel proclamation.

Despite the obvious qualifications of all of Jesse's other sons, God appoints the unlikely David to become the king of Israel.

God chose to set his love on the Israelites not because of any merit in them but solely because of mercy in him.

Jesus is no longer one to be accepted or invited in but one who is infinitely worthy of our immediate and total surrender.