The cost of redemption cannot be overstated. The wonders of grace cannot be overemphasized. Christ took the hell He didn't deserve so we could have the heaven we don't deserve.

Those who know their unworthiness seize grace as a hungry man seizes bread: the self-righteous resent grace.

It is by serving God and others that we store up heavenly treasures. Everyone gains; no one loses.

Given our abundance, the burden of proof should always be on keeping, not giving. Why would you not give? We err by beginning with the assumption that we should keep or spend the money God entrusts to us. Giving should be the default choice. Unless there is a compelling reason to spend it or keep it, we should give it.

Whenever I see an unmarried woman carrying a child, my first response is one of respect. I know she could have taken the quick fix without anyone knowing, but she chose instead to let an innocent child live.

Tomorrow's character is made out of today's thoughts. Temptation may come suddenly, but sin does not.

It's dangerous faith in our untamed Savior that leads us to the joy we crave.