God crowns us. Most people crown their Christmas trees with either an angel or a star. God uses both.

It's my hope that as you dip your toe into the Bible's story and viewpoint, you'll find yourself feeling that the Good Book knows more about the world - and about you - than any normal book does.

But it is in storms that God does his finest work, for it is in storms that God has our keenest attention

When words are most empty, tears are most apt.

Jesus is not "out of touch with our reality. He's been through weakness and testing, experienced it all - all but the sin. So let's walk right up to him and get what he is so ready to give. Take the mercy, accept the help" (Heb. 4:15 - 16 MSG).

Changing directions in life is not tragic. Losing passion in life is.

Don't measure the size of the mountain; talk to the One who can move it.