Quotes about Reflection

Pray frequently as you read [the Bible] and you will discover a fellowship with God.

To the Son of God prayer was more important than the assembling of great throngs... He often withdrew into the wilderness and prayed [Luke 5:15—16].

The reason many... close their eyes while praying is to shut out the affairs of the world so that their minds can be completely concentrated on God... it certainly lends itself to the attitude of prayer.

If I had it to do over again, I'd spend more time in meditation and prayer and just telling the Lord how much I love Him.

I believe this is one of the tests of the Spirit-filled life. Is Christ becoming more and more evident in my life? Are people seeing more of Him, and less of me?

When you are unsure whether or not something is wrong, ask yourself these questions: Does this glorify God? Can I offer a prayer of thanksgiving for it? Does it draw me closer to Christ, or does it make me preoccupied with this world? Will it harm my health or hurt me in some other way? Will it cause someone else to stumble spiritually or morally? I have never forgotten what a wise Christian said to me many years ago: "When in doubt—don't!

The Bible has much to say about the brevity of life and the necessity of preparing for eternity. I am convinced that only when a man is prepared to die is he also prepared to live.

Many people ask about Christianity the same [way] they ask about everything else today: "What's in it for me?" In our selfishness, we think of God as we think of everyone else. What can He contribute to us, personally?

Our natural desire is to be doing something; but there are times in our lives when it is wiser to wait and just be still.

The words of this Book have a way of filling in the missing pieces, of bridging the gaps, of turning the tarnished colors of our life to jewel-like brilliance. Learn to take your every problem to the Bible. Within its pages you will find the correct answer.

Before you "re-think" your faith, it may be wise to examine the critics of the Bible. In the end your faith will be even stronger.

Ask God to help you see the world the way He sees it.