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

Life's trials are not easy. But in God's will, each has a purpose. Often He uses them to enlarge you.

The greatest judgment God can send on His people is letting them have their own way.

The mind grows by taking in, but the heart grows by giving out.

The most miserable prison in the world is the prison we make for ourselves when we refuse to show mercy. Our thoughts become shackled, our emotions are chained, the will is almost paralyzed. But when we show mercy, all of these bonds are broken, and we enter into a joyful liberty that frees us to share God's love with others.

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.

If you look to others you will be distracted; if you look to yourselves you will be discouraged; but if you look to Christ you'll be delighted.