God wants us to practice on Earth what we're going to do forever in eternity.

Most of the time, it's your thinking, not your talent, that holds you back.

At most, you will live a hundred years on earth, but you will spend forever in eternity.

Remember how far you've come, not just how far you have to go.

If you are a member of a small group or class, I urge you to make a group covenant that includes the nine characteristics of biblical fellowship: We will share our true feelings (authenticity), forgive each other (mercy), speak the truth in love (honesty), admit our weaknesses (humility), respect our differences (courtesy), not gossip (confidentiality), and make group a priority (frequency).

Biblical convictions are essential for spiritual growth and maturity. What is ironic today is that people often have strong convictions about weak issues (football, fashion, etc.) while having weak convictions about major issues (what is right and what is wrong).

If others don't use their gifts, you get cheated, and if you don;t use your gifts, they get cheated.