Grace is an energy; not a mere sentiment; not a mere thought of the Almighty; not even a word of the Almighty. It is as real an energy as the energy of electricity. It is a divine energy; it is the energy of the divine affection rolling in plenteousness toward the shores of human need.

Nowhere probably is there more true feeling, and nowhere worse taste, than in a churchyard - both as regards the monuments and the inscriptions. Scarcely a word of true poetry anywhere.

It is most important in this world to be pushing, but it is fatal to seem so.

Never retreat. Never explain. Get it done and let them howl.

Precautions are always blamed. When successful they are said to be unnecessary.

The way to get things done is not to mind who gets the credit for doing them.

If you don't find a God by five o'clock this afternoon you must leave the college.