Once we deeply trust that we ourselves are precious in God’s eyes, we are able to recognize the preciousness of others and their unique places in God’s heart. — Henri Nouwen
Honest
Surrender a life
One does not surrender a life in an instant. That which is lifelong can only be surrendered in a lifetime. — Elisabeth Elliot
The mongrel collection
For whatever reason, God now reveals himself in the world not through a pillar of smoke and fire, not even through the physical body of his Son in Galilee, but through the mongrel collection that comprises my local church and every other such gathering in God’s name. — Philip Yancey
To be enjoyed
The infinitely self-sufficient God came into the world not to be assisted, but to be enjoyed. — John Piper
A church waiting for sinners
A church that is waiting for sinners to visit their building is like the police waiting for the criminals to visit their station. — Ray Comfort
Spirit filled life
The Spirit-filled life is not a special, deluxe edition of Christianity. It is part and parcel of the total plan of God for His people. — A.W. Tozer
