Sanctification has a double aspect. Its positive side is vivification, the growing and maturing of the new man; its negative side is mortification, the weakening and killing of the old man.

There's a difference between knowing God and knowing about God. When you truly know God, you have energy to serve Him, boldness to share Him, and contentment in Him.

Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord.

Our high and privileged calling is to do the will of God in the power of God for the glory of God.

The weaker we feel, the harder we lean. And the harder we lean, the stronger we grow spiritually, even while our bodies waste away.

To know that nothing happens in God's world apart from God's will may frighten the godless, but it stabilizes the saints.

Doctrinal preaching certainly bores the hypocrites; but it is only doctrinal preaching that will save Christ's sheep.

The stars may fall, but God's promises will stand and be fulfilled.

The measure of all love is its giving. The measure of the love of God is the cross of Christ.

The fruit of wisdom is Christlikeness, peace, humility and love. And, the root of it is faith in Christ as the manifested wisdom of God

There are few things more powerful than the faithful prayers of a righteous mother.

Jesus doesn't want what you can do for Him. He wants you.....all of you.....the good and the bad.

What a sad thing I thought-- to live in a world so concerned with the lives of others, we forget to live our own.

To take command, one must first create the illusion that command is already yours.

But how can I let him just walk away with a smile on my face and a slap on his back when every cell in my body is tied painfully to him, and I can’t breathe when I think of him being away from me?!

You see continuous movement is the important thing here. Those who remain in one position and then lie to themselves about their progress are the ones in real trouble.

Boston is a moral and intellectual nursery always busy applying first principles to trifles.

When you experience a failure as a leader, don't hide it - talk about it. Your missed opportunity will encourage others to take risks.

I was so thankful that my parents trusted me enough and had enough faith in my abilities to let me follow my passion and try to do something great, even if I might fail.

A thing well done is worth doing.

You are recognized by your bat. If you are the best hitting shortstop out there, that's how you win a Gold Glove. That's the way it is. It shouldn't be-it's a defensive award.