Religion: 'My identity is built on being a good person.' Gospel: 'My identity is not built on my record or my performance but on Christ's.'

The gospel is not only the way to enter the kingdom; it is the way to live in the kingdom.

Only if God can say things that make you struggle will you know that you have met a real God and not a figment of your imagination.

True citizens of the heavenly city are the best residents of the earthly city.

One of the most frequent responses I get from non-Christian readers is: 'I'm not sure I agree with all this, but I must say this is the first book I've read by a Christian that didn't treat me like I was an idiot.'

The image of God carries with it the right not to be mistreated or harmed.... Regardless of their record or character, all human beings have an irreducible glory and significance to them, because God loves them.... So we must treasure each and every human being as a way of showing due respect for the majesty of their owner and Creator.

Just because we don't see a reason for evil and suffering doesn't mean there's not a reason for it.