Friends, I agree with you in Providence; but I believe in the Providence of the most men, the largest purse, and the longest cannon.

I know that the Lord is always on the side of the right. But it is my constant anxiety and prayer that I and this nation should be on the Lord's side.

The Constitution is not a suicide pact.

One generation passeth away and another generation cometh, but the earth abideth forever.

Remembering that Peter denied his Lord with an oath, after most solemnly protesting that he never would, I will not swear I will make no committals; but I do think I will not.

Kindness is the only service that will stand the storm of life and not wash out.

I know there is a God, and that He hates injustice and slavery. I see the storm coming, and I know that his hand is in it. If He has a place and work for me - and I think He has - I believe I am ready.