Forgiveness must be immediate, whether or not a person asks for it. Trust must be rebuilt over time. Trust requires a track record. If someone hurts you repeatedly, you are commanded by God to forgive them instantly, but you are not expected to trust them immediately, and you are not expected to continue allowing them to hurt you.

The actual number of atheists is quite small outside of Europe and Manhattan.

We receive from God, then we give to others.

The problem with most American churches is that they teach too much and don't do enough.

The greatest things in life are not things.

Maturity is produced through relationships and community.

The more you pray, the less you'll panic. The more you worship, the less you worry. You'll feel more patient and less pressured.