I think that the gifts of the spirit are always subject to the control of the person who's exercising them. You're not forced in to doing it. Love never forces. And therefore 'the spirit of the prophet is subject to the prophet' is another way it is put. You don't suddenly find yourself taken over by a spirit and find yourself speaking tongues. You're in control, but it's a gift. You can stop and start as you please, but it's a way of communicating with God.
Nicky GumbelIf we knew what people had been through, their sorrow and suffering, we would not be so quick to judge.
Nicky GumbelWe are very good judges for the mistakes of others, but very good defence lawyers for our own mistakes.
Nicky GumbelYour age doesn't define your maturity; your grades don't define your ability; and what people say about you doesn't define who you are.
Nicky Gumbel