When I forget the gospel I become dependent on the smiles and evaluation of others.

Some suffering is given in order to chastise and correct a person for wrongful patterns of life (as in the case of Jonah imperiled by the storm), some suffering is given not to correct past wrongs but to prevent future ones (as in the case of Joseph sold into slavery), and some suffering has no purpose other than to lead a person to love God more ardently for himself alone and so discover the ultimate peace and freedom.

A sense of Jesus’ absence might be a sign of his presence- a sign that he’s working already in your life.

People are messy; therefore, relationships will be messy. Don't be surprised by messiness.

It is because of the doctrine of judgment and hell that Jesus' proclamations of grace and love are so astounding.

The more you understand how your salvation isn't about your behavior, the more radically your behavior will change.

Those who understand the gospel cannot possibly look down on anyone, since they were saved by sheer grace, not by their perfect doctrine or strong moral character.