When it seems as if God is far away, remind yourself that He is near. Nearness is not a matter of geography. God is everywhere. Nearness is likeness. The more we become like the Lord, the nearer He is to us.

Jonah saw God's will as punishment. Jesus saw God's will as nourishment.

You do not move ahead by constantly looking in a rear view mirror. The past is a rudder to guide you, not an anchor to drag you. We must learn from the past but not live in the past.

Truth without love is brutality, and love without truth is hypocrisy.

Don't waste your sufferings.

Most Christians are being crucified on a cross between two thieves: Yesterday's regret and tomorrow's worries.

When a person does not know the doctrines of the Christian faith, he can easily be captured by false religions.