You cover 50 yards on the playing field of faith with a story that downplays your success. You cover 3 yards, or you may even end up backward, with anything that up-plays or promotes you.

Scripture often reminds us that it's not enough to have ears - we must use them.

To the loved, a word of affection is a morsel; but to the love-starved, a word of affection can be a feast.

I've caught myself a time or two adding or embellishing. I don't think that pleases the Lord. I don't think He needs my dishonesty to convey His gospel.

We (Christians) are always in the presence of God. There is never a non-sacred moment! His presence never diminishes. Our awareness of His presence may falter, but the reality of His presence never changes.

Worry divides the mind.

God understands how you feel and has faced what you face.