Charles R. Swindoll

I know of nothing more valuable, when it comes to the all-important virtue of authenticity, than simply being who you are.

While I was raised around churches and had gotten to know a few preachers fairly well, the thought never entered my head that I would one day stand and deliver. Not only was I not interested, I lived with a major struggle: I stuttered.

When you have vision it affects your attitude. Your attitude is optimistic rather than pessimistic.

The swift wind of compromise is a lot more devastating than the sudden jolt of misfortune.

Not every Christian finds it easy to believe.

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.