We've been taught that the Christian life is a life of peace, and when we don't have peace, we assume the problem lies within us. Not only do we feel anxious, but we also feel guilty about our anxiety! The result is a downward spiral of worry, guilt, worry, guilt.
Max LucadoHonesty and vulnerability endear us to people; they don't endanger us in our relationship.
Max LucadoThe claims of Christ are always on trial, and we remain under oath! We are his witnesses for truth.
Max LucadoFaith is not the belief that God will do what you want. It is the belief that God will do what is right.
Max LucadoGod did everything necessary to get Herod's attention. He sent messengers from the East and a message from the Torah. He sent wonders from the sky and words from Scripture. He sent the testimony of the heavens and the teaching of the prophets. But Herod refused to listen. He chose his puny dynasty over Christ. He died a miserable old man.
Max Lucado