We have little control over the circumstances of life. We can't control the weather or the economy, and we can't control what other people say about or do to us. There is only one area where we have control--we can rule the kingdom inside. The heart of every problem is the problem in the heart.

Faithfulness in the small things will lead to blessing in the big things.

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.

The secret of a happy life is to delight in duty. When duty becomes delight, then burdens become blessings

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

Wise people listen to wise instruction, especially instruction from the Word of God.

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.