Believers should be more concerned for God's opinion of them than for what human opponents might do to their bodies.

Worship is accomplished with the life as well as with the words and attitudes of people. Changed and transformed lives testify to the character and supernatural power of the God of heaven. Closeness to Him produces changes in character and holiness.

The fear of God does not come naturally to human beings; it must be learned through Scripture, worship, and the hard knocks of experience.

One of the greatest testimonials to God's love is His provision of His Word.

Individual believers are not to usurp the role of civil government and judge people who are offensive.

Father, we ask that you give us a passion for the truth and not merely a hatred of falsehood. Keep us concerned for the spiritual health of people but open to your own rebukes from your mighty Word.

Some believers tend to forget God's persistent faithfulness in the face of the spectacular and showy.