It is infinitely better to invest in heaven than to have your only sense of heaven be an earthly investment. You see, it doesn't matter how much money we make or even how much land we stake. Because what truly matters in life is whether or not we see Jesus as the One who paid our sin-debt in full--the One who gave us Himself to be the riches of our soul. "But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:20-21).

Peace cannot be the rhythm of your heart when worry is the pace of your mind. Therefore, "cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken" (Psalm 55:22).

True leading leads to true changing. It’s getting those who follow you to believe in the path you're blazing; not only through your sweat, and tears, but ultimately from the only blood that can cover you and your peers. Christ is the Leader’s leader and if...