Don't let people's compliments go to your head, and don't let their criticisms go to your heart. The degree to which you do either of these things is the degree to which you'll be ruled by what other people think of you.
Lysa TerKeurstThe only true satisfaction we can seek is the satisfaction of being obedient to the Lord.
Lysa TerKeurstRemember, conflict doesnโt always mean we have to fight against something and tear it apart.... Conflict can also mean weโre fighting for something to make it even better and stronger than itโs ever been.
Lysa TerKeurstOn the other end of the spectrum, we can't use this permission to sometimes say no and use it as a wand to wish away all our responsibilities. We also must remember not to use our "no" answers as a weapon. We can't turn into No! ninjas, karate-chopping anyone who even comes close to asking us for something.
Lysa TerKeurst