I'm thinking, "What difference will this sermon make in their lives tomorrow? What am I trying to give them that will make a difference?" For example, had to do with the theme that Jesus will not let go of you. He's holding onto you. I talked to them about the disciples and Peter on the night before the crucifixion of Christ - how Jesus said that all of you are going to turn away, but He would be waiting for them in Galilee.

Most of my sermons are inspirational, and I believe people need that encouragement.

Our tendency is to be converted to church and not to Christ.

Theres a verse thats meant a lot to me ever since I was in my early 20s. 2 Timothy 2:8, Paul told Timothy to remember Jesus Christ, descended from David and raised from the dead. Thats a good principle, that if my theology, my whole life can be focused on remembering Jesus. Just trying to remember who He is, what He did, being strong in what He did and what He accomplished.

It's not about winning or losing, but love and respect.

As long as you are stationary, no one will complain. Dogs don't bark at parked cars.

When God gives an assignment, he also gives the skill. Study your skills, then, to reveal your assignment.