When loving Him becomes obligation, one of the many things we have to do, we end up focusing even more on ourselves.
Francis ChanThe Bible teaches that true joy is formed in the midst of the difficult seasons of life.
Francis ChanNot being able to understand God is frustrating, but it is ridiculous for us to think we have the right to limit God to something we are capable to comprehending.
Francis ChanTend to choose what is popular over what is right when they are in conflict. They desire to fit in both at church and outside of church; they care more about what people think of their actions (like church attendance and giving) than what God thinks of their hearts and lives.
Francis Chan