At the cross, we see the worst that sin can do, as humanity - of which each one of us is a part - crucified the Lord. But at the cross, we also see that the most that sin can do cannot thwart God's salvation.

A person's faith can collapse almost overnight if she failed over the years to listen patiently to her own doubts, which should only be discarded after long reflection.

Do you realize that it is only in the gospel of Jesus Christ that you get the verdict before the performance?

Religious people find God useful. Gospel people find him beautiful.

While the difference between a bad sermon and a good sermon is mainly the responsibility of the preacher, the difference between good preaching and great preaching lies mainly in the work of the Holy Spirit. . . . We should do the work it takes to make our communication good and leave it up to God how and how often he makes it great for the listener.

How does Satan accuse us? By causing us to look at our sin rather than our Savior.

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