It is the man who does not want to express an opinion whose opinion I want.

One's only security in life comes from doing something uncommonly well.

Men are not flattered by being shown that there has been a difference of purpose between the Almighty and them.

If it were not for my firm belief in an overruling Providence, it would be difficult for me, in the midst of such complications of affairs, to keep my reason on its seat. But I am confident that the Almighty has His plans, and will work them out; and, whether we see it or not, they will be the best for us.

Beware of rashness, but with energy and sleepless vigilance go forward and give us victories.

Free labor has the inspiration of hope; pure slavery has no hope.

You already know I desire that neither Father or Mother shall be in want of any comfort either in health or sickness while they live.