When the Christian praises and gives thanks to God, this not only pleases God, but it enriches the Christian's life with joy. It is a reciprocating transaction between God and man.
Rick WarrenIf you are facing trouble right now, don't ask, โWhy me?โ Instead ask, โWhat do you want me to learn?โ Then trust God and keep on doing what's right.
Rick WarrenThe eternal salvation of a single soul is more important than anything else you will ever achieve in life.
Rick WarrenOur time on earth and our energy, intelligence, opportunities, relationships, and resources are all gifts from God that he has entrusted to our care and management. We are stewards of whatever God gives us. This concept of stewardship begins with the recognition that God is the owner of everything and everyone on earth. ... We never actually own anything during our brief stay on earth. God just loans the earth to us while we're here. It was God's property before you arrived, and God will loan it to someone else after you die.
Rick Warren