We had one rule which was 'whatever you are feeling, that's okay'

Since God intends to make you like Jesus, he will take you through the same experiences Jesus went through. That includes loneliness, temptation, stress, criticism, rejection, and many other problems.

You can't make a life without making mistakes. Relax and learn something

The smile of God is the goal of your life.

The books that have helped me most are the ones I reacted to, not just read

Paul says that as Christians we can rejoice even in tough times because we have hope and because we know that God is working in our lives.

If you are facing trouble right now, don't ask, “Why me?” Instead ask, “What do you want me to learn?” Then trust God and keep on doing what's right.