“Negative emotions surface during inevitable moments when our lives become filled with pain…unless we understand and process them correctly, they can create doubt, which will eventually undermine our faith in God.”
-Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

“One of the great joys in life should be making emotional connections with others who are equally unique. – Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

The church was made strong by the powerful walk with God of each individual Christian -Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

“Once unleashed, a paradigm shift is difficult, if not impossible to stop–especially when God is behind it.”
-Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

The emotions we keep protected behind numerous shields and defenses are the same emotions that can lead us to God.”
-Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

“Once [fear] is overcome, we are no longer susceptible to making people our god.”
-Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

“God is attractive. His expectation for us is inspiring. His willingness to forgive, forget, and give us a second chance makes Him irresistible.” 
-Russ Ewell, When God Isn’t Attractive

At the Holiday Service that hosted the Toy Drive, Russ Ewell spoke on the “Spirit of Christmas” that Bill mentions. More than any toy or gift card, it is this very “giving a part” of oneself that makes all the difference.

As the Toy Drive teaches us, the movie describes the life of a man whose small contributions made the greatest difference to those around him. In his lesson, Russ Ewell called this a life of “Radical Love.”

To learn more about how to use your talents for a greater purpose, read Chapter One of Russ Ewell’s book When God Isn’t Attractive, “When God Isn’t Attractive: Turning Unhealthy Thoughts Into Healthy Ones.”