The repentant man rightfully loses trust in himself. He recognizes his self-dependence as the source of his problems, not the solution.

If economic catastrophe does come, will it be a time that draws Christians together to share every resource we have, or will it drive us apart to hide in our own basements or mountain retreats, guarding at gunpoint our private stores from others? If we faithfully use our assets for his kingdom now, rather than hoarding them, can't we trust our faithful God to provide for us then?

For the Christian, death is not the end of adventure but a doorway from a wold where dreams and adventures shrink, to a world where dreams and adventures forever expand.

Seeking happiness apart from a right relationship God is like trying to turn on a light that's unplugged.

Materialism is a fruitless attempt to find meaning outside of God. When we try to find ultimate fulfillment in a person other than Christ or a place other than heaven, we become idolaters. According to Scripture, materialism is not only evil; it is tragic and pathetic.

God is the greatest giver in the universe, He won’t let you outgive Him.

He who lays up treasures in heaven looks forward to eternity