Anything, and I mean anything, becomes a blessing if it drives us to prayer.
Trouble is one of God's great servants because it reminds us how much we continually need the Lord.
Your future and mine are determined by this one thing: seeking after the Lord.
The reason "other churches" don't grow: "Jim, the truth is, I couldn't have a real prayer meeting in my church. I'd be embarrassed at the smallness of the crowd..."
Prayer begets Revival, which begets more prayer.
The devil is not terribly frightened of our human efforts and credentials. But he knows his kingdom will be damaged when we begin to lift up our hearts to God.