The purpose of influence is to "speak up for those who have no influence." (Pr.31:8) It's not about you.

A Christian ought to speak kindly even when given the opportunity to retaliate.

What you BECOME on earth matters far more than what you DO. You're taking your character to heaven, not your career.

Longing for the ideal while criticizing the real is evidence of immaturity. On the other hand, settling for the real without striving for the ideal is complacency. Maturity is living with the tension.

You may have done some really nifty things in life, but if you think they're going to get you into Heaven, forget it. The only way any of us are going to get in is by receiving God's gift of grace, which is available to every person.

You didn't create yourself, so there is no way you can tell yourself what you were created for.

Jesus did not die on the cross just so we could live comfortable, well adjusted lives. His purpose is far deeper: He wants to make us like himself before he takes us to heaven. This is our greatest privilege, our immediate responsibility, and our ultimate destiny.