Keep your hope in the Lord and your eyes focused on the hope of Heaven, not just on the here and now.

Jesus modeled a purpose-driven life, and he taught others how to live it, too. That was the "work" that brought glory to God.

One day it's all going to be clear. It's all going to make sense. You're going to be able to say, "So that's why God allowed that in my life!" Until then, God wants you to trust him.

On Thanksgiving we do just everything except give thanks. We eat, we watch football, we have a good time with family. Almost nobody gives thanks to God at Thanksgiving, unless there's a short prayer before we eat.

Keeping your body in shape is a spiritual discipline. Its not just about losing a few pounds, wanting to live longer, or trying to look nicer.

Explanations don't comfort. You won't feel better if you know why. It won't hurt any less.

Living by faith isn't living with certainty. It's trusting God in spite of unanswered questions and unresolved doubts.