While catastrophes do enter the lives of godly people, they attach themselves far more to people who reject Him.

Attachments to older forms of worship may be comfortable, but they may contain elements of falsehood that make them unacceptable to God.

Intercessors constitute the greatest unseen group of spiritual heroes in world history. Their labors are not seen, but the results are. Those who pray for the spiritual needs of others do immeasurable good in the world, often preventing (at least for a time) divine judgment.

The wise Christian will learn from the spiritual blunders of others.

Conversion engages the mind as well as the emotions.

Persistence in prayer brings results that casual prayer does not.

The Lord longs to exalt His people as trophies of His work in them.