A story is based on what people think is important, so when we live a story, we are telling people around us what we think is important.

We believe we will be made whole by our accomplishments, our possessions, or our social status. It's written in the fabric of our DNA that life used to be beautiful and now it isn't, and if only this and only that, it would be beautiful again.

People are lonely. They want company and your book can provide them company and a little bit of hope. And there's nothing wrong with that.

I think that's the true litmus test for someone who has become closer to Jesus: their heart is more loving, accepting, childlike, less believing that they have all the answers and more believing in Him.

I am something of a recluse by nature. I am that cordless screwdriver that has to charge for twenty hours to earn ten minutes use. I need that much downtime.

People want to join a great story. If you want to lead, tell one with your life.

Don't let go of your strength or your beauty. It was given to you by God.