You will see in this my notion of good works, that I am far from expecting to merit heaven by them. By heaven we understand a state of happiness, infinite in degree, and eternal in duration. I can do nothing to deserve such rewards... Even the mixed imperfect pleasures we enjoy in this world, are rather from God's goodness than our merit, how much more such happiness of heaven!

One of the advantages of being a 'reasonable creature' is that one can find a reason for whatever one wants to do.

Wise men don't need advice. Fools won't take it.

Prodigality of Time produces Poverty of Mind as well as of Estate.

When the well is dry, we know the worth of water.

A virtuous heretic shall be saved before a wicked Christian.

He that has done you a kindness will be more ready to do you another, than he whom you yourself have obliged.