Material wealth is either a window through which we see God or a mirror in which we see ourselves.

What the majority calls "blessing" may actually be a judgment from God.

The past can be a rudder that guides you or an anchor tha hinders you. Leave your mistakes with God and look to the future by faith.

Those times when you feel like quitting can be times of great opportunity, for God uses your troubles to help you grow.

Four Lessons on Life 1. Never take down a fence until you know why it was put up. 2. If you get too far ahead of the army, your soldiers may mistake you for the enemy. 3. Don't complain about the bottom rungs of the ladder; they helped to get you higher. 4. If you want to enjoy the rainbow, be prepared to endure the storm.

People can't see your root system, but God can. Praying and meditating on the Word of God will cause your roots to go down deep into His love.

It is a remarkable thing that some of the most optimistic and enthusiastic people you will meet are those who have been through intense suffering.