"What we ultimately trust in, where our hope really lies and what we love most of all not only reveal our true selves but also determine the direction of our lives."

"fear cannot coexist peacefully alongside faith, hope or love. There is a constant battle between them until one or other takes control."

"'There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears in not made perfect in love."

"Faith is like a spiritual muscle - it needs exercise if it is to become strong and not waste away. If our lives were always pleasant and never challenging, our faith would scarcely be required and never grow."

"If he is in total control of the universe, how can anything you face prove beyond him?"