That's the big difference between Christianity and other religions. The difference between Works and Grace or Do and Done.

The only way to always be relevant is to focus on what's eternal. Everything in style will soon be out of style.

But no one who is lost has lost one ounce of value to God. Even if you don't have a relationship with him, you have immense value to God.

When pressure builds up, don't panic. Pray! Prayer is a tremendous stress reliever. It can be your safety valve.

Be grateful for who you are and whatever you have. Everything you have is a gift from God.

Forgiveness must be immediate, whether or not a person asks for it. Trust must be rebuilt over time. Trust requires a track record.

In Psalm 72, Solomon prays for power and fame but he says the purpose of influence is to speak up for others and one is the immigrant. He doesn't delineate between legal and illegal.