It is good to be tired and wearied by the futile search after the true good, that we may stretch out our arms to the Redeemer.

He that takes truth for his guide, and duty for his end, may safely trust to God's providence to lead him aright.

Faith is a gift of God.

God is, or He is not." But to which side shall we incline? Reason can decide nothing here. There is an infinite chaos which separated us. A game is being played at the extremity of this infinite distance where heads or tails will turn up. What will you wager?

Christian piety annihilates the egoism of the heart; worldly politeness veils and represses it.

The serene, silent beauty of a holy life is the most powerful influence in the world, next to the night of God.

All our troubles come from not being able to be alone.