Girded with faith and the performance of good works, let us follow in his [Jesus] paths by the guidance of the Gospel.

The first degree of humility is prompt obedience.

The prophet shows that, for the sake of silence, we are to abstain even from good talk. If this be so, how much more needful is it that we refrain from evil words, on account of the penalty of the sin!

Prayer ought to be short and pure, unless it be prolonged by the inspiration of Divine grace.

There is nothing better to display the truth in an excellent light, than a clear and simple statement of facts.

Listen and attend with the ear of your heart.

The first step of humility is unhesitating obedience which comes naturally to those who cherish Christ above all.