God is near whether you sense His presence or not.

I think you have to be very careful about any story that puffs you up.

Unhappiness on earth cultivates a hunger for heaven. By gracing us with a deep dissatisfaction, God holds our attention.

Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. To these I commit my day.

If hurts were hairs, we'd all look like grizzlies.

Grace is not blind. It sees the hurt full well. But chooses to see God's forgiveness even more.

Most people have settled for a wimpy grace. It's something that doesn't change their lives. There is a difference between grace and mercy. Mercy is the decision of God not to punish us. But grace is the decision of God to save and bless us.