Quotes from Andy Stanley

So you see, that's why we ask the question: In light of my past experience, in light of my current circumstances, in light of my future hopes and dreams—regardless of where that leads—if I was wise, what would I do? If

Don't good things come to good people?

If you've never been married or are under thirty, even if you've lived with someone, you underestimate the complexity of your sexuality and the long-term ramifications of your sexual conduct.

Keep in mind that everything you loathe about your current environment or organization was originally somebody's good idea.

one of the primary reasons that you have to listen to outsiders: If you don't, you will be driven by the complaints and demands of the insiders.

Our tendency is to pray for miracles. But in most situations, it is more appropriate to pray for opportunities.

Anorexia is among a class of diseases that attacks the body despite the fact that it exists only in the hidden recesses of the brain — an invisible invader wreaking all-too-visible havoc. It's not a foreign agent like a virus or a bacteria or a cancerous cell. It is a sinister deception that hijacks the mind and programs it to destroy its own host organism.

Everybody ends up somewhere in life. A few people end up somewhere on purpose.

prayer takes us well beyond human possibilities.

Political and ideological alignment is not a prerequisite for carrying one another's burdens. I can love you the way Jesus loved me regardless of who you voted for.

In the shadow of my hurt, forgiveness feel like a decision to reward my enemy. But in the shadow of the cross, forgiveness is merely a gift from one undeserving soul to another.

It is when our hearts are stirred that we become most aware of what they contain.

Direction, not intention determines your destination.

We don't drift in good directions. We discipline and prioritize ourselves there.

often, stepping outside your comfort zone is not careless irresponsibility, but a necessary act of obedience.

Here's a question every angry man and woman needs to consider: How long are you going to allow people you don't even like — people who are no longer in your life, maybe even people who aren't even alive anymore — to control your life? How long?

As leaders, we are never responsible for filling anyone else's cup. Our responsibility is to empty ours.

Your beliefs shape your attitudes!

Leaders who don't listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing to say.

Past boldness is no assurance of future boldness. Boldness demands continual reliance on God's spirit.

If you see your brother in need, it doesn't matter if you already gave somewhere else. You should be open to the idea of God using you to meet your brother's unexpected need.

The most significant visions are not cast by great orators from a stage. They are cast at the bedsides of our children. The greatest visioncasting opportunities happen between the hours of 7:30 and 9:30 PM Monday through Sunday. In these closing hours of the day we have a unique opportunity to plant the seeds of what could be and what should be. Take every opportunity you get.

Here's a scary thought: What if God called you to give beyond your comfort level? Would you be afraid? Would you try to explain it away or dismiss it as impractical? And in the process, would you miss out on a harvest opportunity for which God had explicitly prospered you in the first place?

Do you think God can be trusted? Or do yo think you need to take things into your own hands?