“Sometimes people can't see past us to hear our message. We never have a second chance to leave a first impression.”

“I am a preacher. I'm involved in many other things, but, mainly, I preach. And I love it!”

“First impressions never have a second chance.”

“Alleged 'impossibilities' are opportunities for our capacities to be stretched.”

“If I ever wrote a book on preaching, it would contain three words: Preach the Word. Get rid of all the other stuff that gets you sidetracked; preach the Word.”

“Difficulties exist to be surmounted.”

“The fears you don’t face control you. The fears you face, you move beyond.”

“As I look back at the entire tapestry of my life, I can see from the perspective of the present moment that every aspect of my life was necessary and perfect. Each step eventually led to a higher place, even though these steps often felt like obstacles or painful experiences.”