We are not made for the mountains, for sunrises, or for the other beautiful attractions in life— those are simply intended to be moments of inspiration.
We are made for the valley and the ordinary things of life, and that is where we have to prove our stamina and strength.
“If one only wished to be happy, this could be easily accomplished; but we wish to be happier than other people, and this is always difficult, for we believe others to be happier than they are.”
- Baron de Montesquieu
You can't trust your conscience. Your conscience can be seared. And that's what sin does to us.
“If we confess sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9
A small handful of close connections, accumulated over years, whose advice and insights you trust, hold far more value than a roomful of mere acquaintances.