The swift wind of compromise is a lot more devastating than the sudden jolt of misfortune. Charles R. Swindoll compromisedevastatejolt Change image and share on social
I have no interest in returning to yesteryear. I love the conveniences and delights of today's time. I wouldn't go back if I could. Charles R. Swindoll backconveniencedelight Change image and share on social
As far back as I can remember, my mother would have me down by the bed at night with her, praying. I can still hear her voice calling my name to God and telling him that she wanted me to follow him in whatever he called me to do. Charles R. Swindoll backbedcall share on social
Not every Christian finds it easy to believe. Charles R. Swindoll christianeasyfind Change image and share on social
I cannot even imagine where I would be today were it not for that handful of friends who have given me a heart full of joy. Let's face it, friends make life a lot more fun. Charles R. Swindoll facefriendfull Change image and share on social
I believe firmly in God's control in life. Charles R. Swindoll controlfirmlygod Change image and share on social
It is easy for Christians to have the false impression that once we have established a relationship with Christ, which we believe sets us right with God, the problems of life will somehow scoot away or they will slowly be removed from our lives. Charles R. Swindoll christchristianeasy share on social
We want a crowd to make us feel important and liked. But why is getting a crowd our focus? Jesus never suggested that crowds were the goal. He never addresses getting your church to grow. Never. Charles R. Swindoll addresschurchcrowd Change image and share on social
I think it is important to begin with a statement in your speech that grabs the attention of the audience. I try to make my opening line 15 words or less. Charles R. Swindoll attentionaudiencebegin Change image and share on social
If I ever wrote a book on preaching, it would contain three words: Preach the Word. Get rid of all the other stuff that gets you sidetracked; preach the Word. Charles R. Swindoll bookpreachrid Change image and share on social