God created us with an overwhelming desire to soar. Our desire to develop and use every ounce of potential He's placed in us is not egotistical. He designed us to be tremendously productive and "to mount up with wings like eagles," realistically dreaming of what He can do with our potential.

Secret Longings of the Heart: Overcoming Deep Disappointment and Unfulfilled Expectations (ed. 1990) - ISBN: 9780891096986