Compassion in evangelical churches is out of balance. When I talk about it, I get a lot of glazed expressions.

God knows just the place where you'll be placed. He has a barren living room in desperate need of warmth and joy. A corner of the world needs some color. He selected you with that place in mind.

Faith is not the belief that God will do what you want. It is the belief that God will do what is right.

Each one of us should lead a life stirring enough to start a movement.

I've never really prided myself as being quick on my feet. Maybe you've had the experience where somebody's asked you a question and you give an answer, then later in the day you think, "Oh, I wish I'd said that!" I tend to journal these things and put the answers in sermons.

Don't quit. For if you do, you may miss the answer to your prayers.

I was about 21 when I read that [Mere Christianity], and my faith was really being shaken during those days. Its a great, classic book.