Quotes from John P. Burgess

Do not neglect the gift of prayer. Pray especially when you do not have time to pray, when prayer makes the least sense, and when God's aliveness seem the least likely version of reality.

Christians are called to be Bible interpreters, but our interpretations must not be based simply on "what I want the Bible to say." We need God's Spirit to discipline our reading of Scripture.

I will seek out people who will covenant with me to encourage me in ministry, to hold me accountable to my practice of personal disciplines, and to help me maintain personal integrity in the conduct of my ministry.