Homosexuals can be, you know, committed to each other. And they have freedom to behave in the ways that they do, but they cannot be a family. They cannot be married. I mean, virtually every culture in the history of the world has considered marriage to be between one woman and one man.

It is very important to understand that pluralism is part of our system. We don't all think the same thing and part of our strength is that we come from different perspectives. We have to respect one another even when we disagree with each other. There has to be a spirit of tolerance for the views of others, while also being deeply committed to the positions we hold. If we do that, I think we can coexist and learn to love each other better.

Keep your eyes wide open before marriage, and halfway closed there after.

Joy comes form knowing God loves me, knows who I am and where I'm going ... that my future is secure as I rest in Him.

It is our uniqueness that gives freshness and vitality to a relationship.

I cannot, and will not, vote for Senator John McCain, as a matter of conscience.

One of the most important responsibilities in the Christian life is to care about others, smile at them, and be a friend to the friendless.