The test of your worldview is not how you act in the good times. The test of your worldview is how you act at the funeral. Having been through literally hundreds if not thousands of funerals: ... It makes a difference what you believe.
Rick WarrenJesus is knocking at your door. Take hold of the better life by letting him into your life. Make him the boss of your life. It'll change everything.
Rick WarrenGod is much more concerned about your character than your career, because you will take your character into eternity, but not your career.
Rick WarrenYou'll never do anything creative, innovative or world changing if you fear criticism. Pioneers are easy targets for arrows!
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