There is no university for a Christian, like that of sorrow and trial

It is all ablaze with grateful adoration.

We see his smile of love even when others see nothing but the black hand of death smiting our best beloved.

If God calls you to be a minister, don't stoop to becoming a king.

He who does not serve God where he is would not serve God anywhere else.

I am not superstitious, but the first time I saw this medal, bearing the venerated likeness of John Calvin, I kissed it, imagining that no one saw the action. I was very greatly surprised when I received this magnificent present, which shall be passed round for your inspection. On the one side is John Calvin with his visage worn by disease and deep thought, and on the other side is a verse fully applicable to him: 'He endured, as seeing Him who is invisible.'

Do you find it difficult to forgive one who has wronged you? Then you will find it difficult to get to heaven.