One classical role of the pulpit in Protestantism has been to 'preach sermons' which imply indoctrination more than education. Within this from of communication, there is an inherent, intrinsic inclination to intimidate, manipulate, and, hence, offend the person's most prized… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share Image
I realized that every sermon I preached should be designed not to 'teach' or 'convert' people, but rather to encourage them, to give them a lift. I decided to adopt the spirit, style, strategy and substance of a 'therapist' in… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share Image
Again and again, the impossible problem is solved when we see that the problem is only a tough decision waiting to be made. — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
To be born again means that we must be changed from a negative to a positive self-image - from inferiority to self-esteem, from fear… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
If only we could love ourselves enough to dare to approach God, what constructive dreams he would give us! What noble possibilities God wants… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
You can think negatively or positively. If you are a positive thinker, you will base your decisions on faith rather than fear. — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
Any analysis of 'sin' or 'evil' or 'demonic influence' or 'negative thinking' or 'systemic evil' or 'antisocial behavior' that fails to see the lack… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
I am not fully forgiven until I allow God to write his new dream for my life on the blackboard of my mind. ..… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
When you are in your worst moods. Wait. Be patient. The storm will pass. The spring will come — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
I have had more honors than I've deserved and more rewards than I expected. It can be tempting just to say, 'Well, I'm going… — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
Twentieth century history of Christianity will name Oral Roberts as the voice that brought the Pentecostal movement to be taken seriously by mainline Christianity. — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
Spectacular achievement is always preceded by unspectacular preparation. — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share
A mission is a place where you ask nonbelievers to come and find faith and hope and feel love. — Robert H. Schuller Copy Share