Edmund Clowney (The Unfolding Mystery, 11):
The story [of the Bible] is God’s story. It describes his work to rescue rebels from their folly, guilt, and ruin. And in His rescue operation, God always takes the initiative. When the apostle Paul reflects on the drama of God’s saving work, he says in awe, “For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever (Romans 11:36).
What a story it is! If only my heart would be gripped 24/7 with the intensity of interest and emotion it was worthy of.