Quotes from Charles R. Swindoll

The best tests of my Christian growth occur in the mainstream of life, not in the quietness of my study

I believe firmly in God's control in life.

In spite of our high-tech world and efficient procedures, people remain the essential ingredient of life.

Thanksgiving is a time of quiet reflection; an annual reminder that God has, again, been ever so faithful. The solid and simple things of life are brought into clear focus.

Thanksgiving speaks in clear, crisp tones of forgotten terms, like integrity - bravery - respect - freedom - discipline - sacrifice - godliness.

With vision there is no room to be frightened. No reason for intimidation. It's time to march forward! Let's be confident and positive!

It's a delightful thing to receive a good word just at your time of need. Encourage someone today.

God's timing is always on time.

Because God gave you your makeup and superintended every moment of your past, including all the hardship, pain, and struggles, He wants to use your words in a unique manner. No one else can speak through your vocal cords, and, equally important, no one else has your story.

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.

I want to preach till the last breath in my lungs runs out.

When each elder or pastor has his will aligned with the Lord's, we waste no time arguing for our own.

I'm not against screens, or new songs, or innovation. I just don't like the gimmicks. I want to know when worship is over that that leader's sole purpose was to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ.

One of the worst things you can give to your people is someone you're not.

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.

The stronger the winds, the deeper the roots, and the longer the winds, the more beautiful the tree.

Don't get older; get better: Live realistically. Give generously. Adapt willingly. Trust fearlessly. Rejoice daily.

God never calls His people to accomplish anything without promising to supply their every need.

Deep, contended joy comes from a place of complete security and confidence [in God] - even in the midst of trial.

All he asks is that we trust Him, that we stand before Him in integrity and faith. God is just waiting for us to trust Him.

Strength comes from choosing to fully trust, pray, and praise. Our circumstances may not change, but in the process we change.

Acceptance is taking from God's hand absolutely anything He gives, looking into His face in trust and thanksgiving.

When we panic, we instinctively turn to our own internal resources because we doubt Him.

Worry is assuming responsibilities that you cannot handle. They truth is, they are responsibilities that God never intended for you to handle, because they are His.