When we have the same thought again, the line of the original thought is deepened, causing what's called a memory trace. With each repetition the trace goes deeper and deeper, forming and embedding a pattern of thought. When an emotion is tied to this thought pattern, the memory trace grows exponentially stronger.

Faith is learned through life.

I realize how desperately I need grace, therefore I try to lavishly give it.

Saying yes all the time won't make me Wonder Woman. It will make me a worn out woman.

We live in a broken world full of broken people. But isn’t it comforting to know God isn’t ever broken? He isn’t ever caught off guard, taken by surprise, or shocked by what happens next.

When to give grace? I'd rather stand before God knowing I loved others too much rather than regretting that I judged too harshly.

Whenever an opportunity comes your way, challenge yourself to first thank God and then quickly follow up with the question, “God, who else is supposed to be blessed by this connection or opportunity?