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.

Nothing paralyzes our lives like the attitude that things can never change. We need to remind ourselves that God can change things. Outlook determines outcome. If we see only the problems, we will be defeated; but if we see the possibilities in the problems, we can have victory.

God is more interested in the workman than in the work.

Real contentment must come from within. You and I can not change or control the world around us, but we can change and control the world within us.

Heaven is more than a destination; it is a motivation. Knowing that we shall dwell in the heavenly city ought to make a difference in our lives here and now.

If you are going to live by faith, then expect your faith to be tested. A faith that can't be tested can't be trusted.

We do not understand and then obey: that is instruction. We obey by faith, and then we understand: that is illumination.