The path marked Pride will lead you over a cliff.

In the manger God loves you; through the cross God saves you. But has he taken you to his home? Not yet.

You'll regret opening your mouth. You'll rarely regret keeping it shut.

Meet your fears with faith.

Worry is anti-trust. If you're worried, you don't trust something: your kids, their friends, strangers, the church, even God. Can He take care of your children? Certainly. Jesus says, 'I tell you, stop being anxious and worried about your life.' Pretty blunt. Stop it! Easier said than done, huh? Worry tests your trust, so hand your children to God and let Him babysit your babies when you're not around. He's pretty good at it!

The pulpit is no place for self-promotion. It is a great place for self-deprecation.

Want to snatch a day from the manacles of boredom? Do overgenerous deeds, acts beyond reimbursement. Kindness without compensation. Do a deed for which you cannot be repaid.