Endeavoring to live the Christian life by your own efforts is the greatest single hindrance to walking in the Spirit.
Derek PrinceTruth is not obtained cheaply. It demands much time given to prayer and study of the Scriptures, followed by practical application in our daily lives. It must take priority over the many forms of cheap entertainment offered by our secular culture. It is a lifetime commitment.
Derek PrinceGod is more concerned with our character than with our achievements. Achievements have importance only in the realm of time. Character is eternal. It determines what we will be through eternity.
Derek PrinceThe problem with most religious people is they try to earn grace but you canโt earn it. And as long as youโre trying to earn it by works, you donโt receive it. At some point you just have to stop trying to earn it and just receive it.
Derek Prince