God accepts us unconditionally, and in his view we are all precious and priceless. Focus on this and you will not waste any time and effort trying to be someone you’re not.
RICK WARRENIf you are facing trouble right now, don’t ask, “Why me?” Instead ask, “What do you want me to learn?” Then trust God and keep on doing what’s right.
More Rick Warren Quotes
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People may refuse our love or reject our message, but they are defenseless against our prayers.
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Start today by practicing constant conversation with God and continual mediation on his Word. Prayer lets you speak to God; mediation lets God speak to you.
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It is never too late to start growing.
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While it is wise to learn from experience, it is wiser to learn from the experiences of others.
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Integrity is built by defeating the temptation to be dishonest; humility grows when we refuse to be prideful; and endurance develops every time you reject the temptation to give up.
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God changes caterpillars into butterflies, sand into pearls and coal into diamonds using time and pressure. He’s working on you, too.
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In God’s garden of grace, even broken trees bear fruit…
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Be grateful for who you are and whatever you have. Everything you have is a gift from God.
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Unkind people need your kindness the most. They advertise their pain.
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The most common mistake Christians make in worship today is seeking an experience rather than seeking God.
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Failure isn’t a character quality. It’s just an event. How you respond to failure is your character.
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Love leaves legacy. How you treated other people, not your wealth or accomplishments, is the most enduring impact you can leave on earth.
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Remember how far you’ve come, not just how far you have to go. You are not where you want to be, but neither are you where you used to be.
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If you prayed as much as you complain and quarrel, you’d have a lot less to argue about and much more peace of mind.
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The greatest gift you can give someone is your time.
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