God loves to use ordinary people just like you and me, faults and all, to do extraordinary things.

God wants us to prosper financially, to have plenty of money, to fulfill the destiny He has laid out for us.

I don't think it's that hard [to lead a Christian life]. To me it's fun. We have joy and happiness.

Certainly, none of us enjoy going through struggles, but you have to understand that your struggle may be an opportunity for advancement and promotion. The very thing you are fighting against so tenaciously may be the springboard that catapults you to a new level of excellence. Your challenges may become your greatest assets.

My friends and I had fun together, but I was more reserved, not at all the life of the party. I would just be the quiet one in the room.

Salvation and Christ's love is a gift. You don't earn it. You've got to receive that gift. I think one of the most important things is starting off the day forgiving others and forgiving yourself. You learn from your mistakes, but I don't think you have to drag them back into today.

I struggled for a long time with survivin', and no matter what, you keep finding something to fight for.