Writing is no dying art form in America because most published writers here accept the wisdom and the necessity of encouraging the talent that follows in their footsteps.

I attempt to write a good novel. Whether it is literature or not is something that will be decided by the ages, not by me and not by a pack of critics around the globe.

The most important thing you must decide to do every day is put the Lord first.

It's one thing to have a goal, but it's quite another thing to actually accept the challenge, develop a strategy to press for the goal, make the sacrifices, pay the price to move forward, and blessing of blessing, to realize some part of it.

Prayer enables you to tap into God's wisdom anywhere, anytime, no matter what's going on.

Dust off that Bible. It has the answers you are looking for, and its delights await you.

Perseverance is not a passive submission to circumstances-it is a strong and active response to the difficult events of life.