Ten years ago, 15 years ago, I think the church would have been asleep at the switch. This level of activism and engagement with the needs of society by local churches I never thought I'd see it in my lifetime. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
If you are anything like me you'll have to fight tooth-and-nail to stay in the game (evangelism). Because although the home runs have been invigorating, my batting average over the years is abysmally low. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
Those churches have closed down or have been merged with a church that has a more positive vision. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
You can live and lead small, live and lead safe, live and lead selfishly, or you can pursue a grander vision. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
Simplified living is about more than doing less. It’s being who God called us to be, with a wholehearted, single-minded focus. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
The mark of community is not the absence of conflict. It's the presence of a reconciling spirit. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
Jesus is not directing the angelic choir, taking long naps, or doing crossword puzzles. He is completely focused on building his church, the hope… — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
Effective leaders do not fear passion. They welcome it. But from time to time passionate discussions digress into personal attacks, and real people get… — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
Religion is spelled 'D-O', because it consists of the things people do try to somehow gain God's forgiveness and favor. But the problem is… — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
If I've learned anything about prayer, it's that desperation drives discipline. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
The Church will never reach her full redemptive potential until men and women with the leadership gift step up and lead. — Bill Hybels Copy Share Image
