God involves us in his mission not because he needs us but because he loves us.

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

Our possessions can be deadly. They can be subtly deadly.

On popular issues like poverty and slavery, where Christians are likely to be applauded for our social action, we are quick to stand up and speak out. Yet on controversial issues like homosexuality and abortion, where Christians are likely to be criticized for our involvement, we are content to sit down and stay quiet.

It's important to realize that we adopt not because we are rescuers. No. We adopt because we are rescued.

A materialistic world will not be won to Christ by a materialistic church.

Forgiveness is God's greatest gift because it meets our greatest need.