A lot of churches have not moved with the times.

When you're tempted to be upset, ask yourself 'Is this worth giving up my joy?'

Associate with people of vision. Be around those who inspire you and motivate you to reach your dreams.

You have excellence on the inside. It’s who you are. Now do your part. Bring out your excellence!

John Bunyan, author of the classic book the Pilgrim’s Progress, said “You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who cannot pay you back.” Make a decision that you will live to give. Be on the lookout each day for somebody you can bless. Don’t’ live for yourself; learn to give yourself away, and your life will make a difference.

A good thing to remember is somebody's got it a lot worse than we do.

Encouragement to others is something everyone can give. Somebody needs what you have to give. It may not be your money; it may be your time. It may be your listening ear. It may be your arms to encourage. It may be your smile to uplift. Who knows?