When we determine to dwell on the good and excellent things in life, we will be so full of those things that they will tend to swallow our problems.
Richard J. FosterBecause we lack a divine Center our need for security has led us into an insane attachment to things.
Richard J. FosterThe desperate need today is not for a greater number of intelligent people, or gifted people, but for deep people.
Richard J. FosterIn worship an increased power steals its way into the heart sanctuary, an increased compassion grows in the soul. To worship is to change.
Richard J. FosterOne reason we can hardly bear to remain silent is that it makes us feel so helpless. We are so accustomed to relying upon words to manage and control others. If we are silent, who will take control? God will take control, but we will never let him take control until we trust him. Silence is intimately related to trust.
Richard J. Foster