Jesus modeled a purpose-driven life, and he taught others how to live it, too. That was the "work" that brought glory to… — Rick Warren Driven Copy Share Image
Willpower can produce short-term change, but it creates constant internal stress because you haven't dealt with the root cause. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
God uses the opposite situation of each fruit to allow us a choice. You can't claim to be good if you have… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
“If God only used perfect people, nohting would get done. God will use anybody if you're available.” — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Learning to love unselfishly is not an easy task. It runs counter to our self-centered nature. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Without God, life has no purpose, and without purpose, life has no meaning. Without meaning, life has no significance or hope. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
I know that I am floating on the benefit of other people. I do not deserve the blessings that I've gotten. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Through salvation our past has been forgiven, our present is given meaning, and out future is secured. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
If we condone torture, we yield the moral high ground to our enemies and encourage anyone who hates us to stoop to… — Rick Warren Enemy Copy Share Image
I forgive. First, because I've been forgiven by God. Second, unforgiveness makes me miserable. And third, I'm going to need more forgiveness… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Many people spend their lives trying to create a lasting legacy on earth. They want to be remembered when they're gone. Yet,… — Rick Warren Christian Copy Share Image
Great leaders inspire. They maintain a hopeful attitude, even in the face of discouraging setbacks, constant criticism and abundant opposition. People don't… — Rick Warren Attitude Copy Share Image
Nothing works perfectly. The weather doesn't work perfectly. Because of sin in the world, nothing works perfectly. But in spite of that… — Rick Warren Comfort Copy Share Image
We take ourselves way too seriously, and we don't take God seriously enough. It is not by accident that humor and humility… — Rick Warren Accidents Copy Share Image
Many people are reluctant to show mercy because they don't understand the difference between trust and forgiveness. Forgiveness is letting go of… — Rick Warren Behavior Copy Share Image
You must match your music to the kind of people God wants your church to reach… The music you use 'positions' your… — Rick Warren Church Copy Share Image
When you feel abandoned by God yet continue to trust him in spite of your feelings, you worship him in the deepest… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
The problem with most American churches is that they teach too much and don't do enough. — Rick Warren Church Copy Share Image
“A truly free society protects all faiths, and true faith protects a free society.” — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
We are commanded to recognize His glory, honor His glory, declare His glory, praise His glory, reflect His glory, and live for… — Rick Warren Glory Copy Share Image
The love of Jesus Christ covers your sins, and it also gives you the power to let other people off the hook.… — Rick Warren Christ Copy Share Image
There is no growth without change, no change without fear or loss and no loss without pain. — Rick Warren Change Copy Share Image
Every church needs to grow warmer through fellowship, deeper through discipleship, stronger through through worship, and larger through evangelism. — Rick Warren Church Copy Share Image
I first start with weep with those who weep, rejoice with those who rejoice, be sympathetic, show tenderness and brotherly kindness. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
If you talked to others the way you talk to yourself, would you have any friends? — Rick Warren Friends Copy Share Image
If God was small enough for you to completely understand him, he wouldn't be big enough for you to completely trust him. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
There is a grand designer behind everything. God's plan for your life, all that happens to you, including your mistakes, your sins,… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Instant obedience will teach you more about God than a lifetime of Bible discussions. — Rick Warren Bible Copy Share Image
Jesus measured greatness in terms of service not status. God determines your greatness by how many people you serve, not how many… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Taking risks in older age is more courageous because you have more to lose. When you have nothing, you have nothing to… — Rick Warren Advice Copy Share Image
The things you’re most embarrassed about, most ashamed of, and most reluctant to share are the very tools God can use most… — Rick Warren Ashamed Copy Share Image
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but… — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
God's Word is your owner's manual for life. It contains principles for health, finance, marriage, other relationships, business, and much more. — Rick Warren Business Copy Share Image
Remember how far you've come, not just how far you have to go. You are not where you want to be, but… — Rick Warren Being positive Copy Share Image
The goal of 'The Purpose Driven Life' is to help people develop a heart for the world. — Rick Warren Driven Copy Share Image
Our hope is a certainty based on the truths that God is in complete control of our universe and that He loves… — Rick Warren Certainty Copy Share Image
Never let an impossible situation intimidate you. Let it motivate you - to pray more, trust more, expect more. — Rick Warren Encouraging Copy Share Image
Great opportunities may come once in a lifetime, but small opportunities surround us every day. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
Never use prayer as an excuse to procrastinate doing what you already know is the right thing to do. — Rick Warren Copy Share Image
“Failure is a part of everyone’s journey. But it is your attitude toward failure that will determine your ultimate success.” — Rick Warren Failure Copy Share Image
