Sublime

God redeemed you so you could do his “holy work.” You’re not saved by service, but you are saved for service.

Be creative.

God is continually looking for ordinary people such as John who are willing to let him use them to make a difference

Knowing that one day you will stand before God, here are some questions you need to consider: How will you explain those times when projects or things were more important to you than people? Who do you need to start spending more time with? What do you need to cut out of your schedule to make that possible? What sacrifices do you need to make? The

When you are a baby Christian, God gives you a lot of confirming emotions and often answers the most immature, self-centered prayers — so you’ll know he exists. But as you grow in faith, he will wean you of these dependencies.

God wants you to love real people, not ideal people. You can spend a lifetime searching for the perfect church, but you will never find it. You are called to love imperfect sinners, just as God does.

Perseverance, character, and hope are produced in us only when we choose the right attitude. And what is the right attitude? Joy!

Getting involved as a world-class Christian will allow you to experience a little of what heaven will be like in advance.

You were designed to worship God — and if you fail to worship him, you will create other things (idols) to give your life to.