Chris

“They follow the argumentation of the Declaration of Independence, which declares that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are divinely endowed rights. Therefore those believers say such rights are part of a Christian worldview, worth attaining and defending at all costs, including military insurrection at times. But such a position is contrary to the clear teachings and commands of Romans 13:1–7. So the United States was actually born out of a violation of New Testament principles, and any blessings that God has bestowed on America have come in spite of that disobedience by the Founding Fathers. Also,”
― John F. MacArthur Jr., Why Government Can't Save You: An Alternative to Political Activism

“Men may become tired of listening to people, but God’s ears are never satiated; He is never wearied by men’s prayers.”
― John MacArthur, Alone With God: Rediscovering the Power and Passion of Prayer

“Messenger has come to you from among yourselves. Your suffering distresses him: he is deeply concerned for you and full of kindness and mercy towards the believers.”
― Anonymous

“The little slogan, “Let go, and let God,” is not what the New Testament teaches—at least that is only part of the truth, for the act of total submission to the sovereignty of Jesus Christ is but the beginning of a new régime in your heart. No longer is the puppet king Self upon the throne, but the great King of kings and Lord of lords has stepped in to take over the government of your life.”
― Alan Redpath, The Making of a Man of God: Lessons from the Life of David