The worship of Christ is our joy and privilege today. And tomorrow, and next Sunday, and for all eternity.

Walking in the light means we pursue obedience and are honest about our remaining darkness.

I try to keep in my mind the simple question: Am I trying to do good or make myself look good? Too many of our responsibilities get added to our plate when we are trying to please people, impress people, prove ourselves, acquire power, increase our prestige. All those motivations are about looking good more than doing good.

You will never see the preciousness of a Savior, if you do not see the reality of your sin.

One of the signs that you are walking in the light is that you are honest about having walked in the darkness.

We can stop pleading with God to show us the future, and start living and obeying like we are confident that He holds the future.

Sincerity is a Christian virtue, as is honesty about our struggles. But my generation needs to realize that Christianity is more than chic fragility, endless self-revelation, and the coolness that comes with authenticity.