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.

God takes our misery and suffering so seriously that he was willing to take it on himself.

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

Religion operates on the principle 'I obey-therefore I am accepted by God.' But the operating principle of the gospel is 'I am accepted by God through what Christ has done-therefore I obey.'

Sin is not just breaking the rules, it is putting yourself in the place of God as Savior, Lord, and Judge… There are two ways to be your own Savior and Lord. One is by breaking all the moral laws and setting your own course, and one is by keeping all the moral laws and being very, very good.

Prayer is awe, intimacy, struggle-yet, the way to reality.

Your heart is smothering under your small ambitions.