One of the signs that you may not grasp the unique, radical nature of the gospel is that you are certain that you do.

Jesus Christ did not suffer so that you would not suffer. He suffered so that when you suffer, you’ll become more like him. The gospel does not promise you better life circumstances; it promises you a better life.

Prayer is our way of entering into the happiness of God himself

Many times people think if God has called you to something, he's promising you success. He might be calling you to fail to prepare you for something else through the failure.

Only on the cross do you have a totally holy God and a totally loving God.

[Spiritual friendship] is eagerly helping one another know, serve, love, and resemble God in deeper and deeper ways.

Prayer is a recognition of the greatness of our God.