What motivates us to action is often the result of inspiration, in seeing others stepping into action. People are often inspired by observing others and some are inspired when they know of a need. People also find that God can be the inspiration. It is not how much one has, but how it is given over to God.

There are friendships between people which can be described as real and deep. The souls are 'knit together' and it shows in how the friends hold each other up, defend them and even make sacrifices.

Friendship in faith is a readinesss to face dificulties together. Challenges to faith can be better endured through togetherness in that faith. When someone you know sees their world falling down all around them, what sort of friend will you be?

There is a friendship in partners. People working toward a common goal can achieve much, for together they can succeed. People can discover new friendships in such partnerships as well, including working together on church committees.

While we do not pick our relatives, we can choose our attitudes and thus show God's love toward them in a way that rewards.

God's love comes to us for our comfort, not to take away our troubles. If we sought God only to take away our troubles, we would miss the true love God wants for us.

While we feel that God is nowhere near us, we couldn't be further from the truth. Our understanding of the omnipresence of God can mislead us in our decisions.

We have limitless reason to praise God! God knows us and what we are thinking, even before we say it. While this can seem unnerving, it can also be a way to healing. God loves us that much!

When we face the seemingly impossible, we often forget the omnipotence of God. Maybe it's not a miracle we ask for, but still, God can do so much, if we only ask and if we know that He is our one true God.

The gift of salvation is just a part of God's plan for the world.