Receiving, reading, researching, remembering, and reflecting on the Word of God are all useless if we fail to put what we learn into practice.
Rick WarrenThe Bible offers three metaphors that teach us God's view of life: Life is a test, life is a trust, and life is a temporary assignment.
Rick WarrenThose who have hurt you in the past cannot continue to hurt you now unless you hold on to the pain through resentment.
Rick WarrenI'd rather have all my questions unanswered and walk with God than not walk with God and have all my questions answered.
Rick WarrenMy first reaction in pastoral care is not to explain. And again, I don't think the primary purpose of the Bible is to explain suffering. I never have, because the actual explanations are often inadequate. I think the primary purpose of Scripture is to say I am all you need in this suffering and I need comfort.
Rick Warren