Quotes about Responsibility

A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.

Remember, democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There never was a democracy yet that did not commit suicide.

Great is the guilt of an unnecessary war.

There is no greater guilt than the unneccessary war.

Not unlike Saul, many leaders in our homes, corporations, and churches are more concerned with their goals than with their offspring. Because of this attitude, these leaders view God's people as resources to serve their vision instead of seeing the vision as the vehicle to serve the people. The success of the vision justifies the cost of wounded lives and shattered people. Justice, mercy, integrity, and love are compromised for success. Decisions are based on money, numbers, and results.

The truth is we are defined by our actions, not by our intentions.

The Lord then brought to my remembrance that His Word did not say, Children, obey your parents only if they are born again. He explained, You are my Child; therefore, I place My wisdom and instruction in the hearts of your parents for your guidance and protection.

In times past when the nation strayed, the leaders would guide the people back to God, but these leaders pushed the people away with their persistent abuse of position and perversion of power.

Remember that God has given you today and that the choices you make today will shape your tomorrow—not your yesterday.

As stewards of the gospel, we have no greater call than to prepare others for eternity with grace and truth. I want you eternally sure.

If we do not carry God's truth and light to this world, no one will.

When the church is infected and diseased with a lack of the fear of the Lord, it will be unable to help society.