Quotes about Renewal

It is beautiful when the Master chisels. God doesn't allow the unglued moments of our lives to happen so we'll label ourselves and stay stuck. He allows the unglued moments to make us aware of the chiseling that needs to be done.

Where there is a lack of rest, there is an abundance of stress.

Don't get so consumed by and focused on the mess—the feelings of rejection, hurt, and disillusionment—that you miss the miracle.

On the other side of every hardship is a resurrection.

We won't develop new responses until we develop new thoughts. That's why renewing our minds with new thoughts is crucial.

If we let it, unglued will allow us to become humbly and beautifully broken before Him.

The more we fill ourselves from His life-giving love, the less we will be dictated by the grabby-ness of the flesh.

The olive tree is such a beautiful reminder that this isn't how it's going to be forever. On the other side of the harsh wind is fruit. On the other side of the process of being broken and waiting is a useful heart free of bitterness. On the other side of being pressed and crushed is oil . . . the most valuable part of me set free to emerge.

Hold fast to Jesus and remember: This breaking of you will be the making of you. A new you. A stronger you. Strengthened not with the pride of perfection but with the sweet grace of one who knows an intimate closeness with her Lord.

Seek God like never before. Part of seeking Him is allowing for grace space in your life.

You can't go on this grand adventure with God and keep your old way of thinking.

When God becomes routine rather than revival, it's time to switch things up.