I could easily go through all my books and mark the ones that were original, mark the ones that were adapted or pre-published that I've found. I'm guessing though that probably 75% of them are personal events. I just love a personal story.

We will find grace to help us when we need it

God is always near us. Always for us. Always in us.

Forgiveness doesn't diminish justice; it just entrusts it to God. He guarantees the right retribution.

When I was a young kid, my dad, a man of few words, told my brother and me, "Boys, Christmas is about Jesus." I thought about what he said, and I began asking the Christmas questions. I've been asking them ever since. I love the answers I've found.

Love the one who wears your ring. And cherish the children who share your name. Succeed at home first.

Are you weary? Catch your breath. Are you strong? Reserve passing judgment on the tired.