We know we are sinners, it does not follow that we are saved.
To fight in another man's armour is something more than to be influenced by his style of fighting.
It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies.
Don't say it was delightful; make us say delightful when we've read the description. You see, all those words (horrifying, wonderful, hideous, exquisite) are only like saying to your readers Please will you do the job for me.
The longest way round is the shortest way home
I enjoyed my breakfast this morning, and I think that was a good thing and do not think it was condemned by God. But I do not think myself a good man for enjoying it.