Humility is to make a right estimate of one's self.

Never try to live on the old manna, nor seek to find help in Egypt. All must come from Jesus or thou art undone forever. Old anointings will not suffice to impart unction to thy spirit; thine head must have fresh oil poured upon it from the golden horn of the sanctuary, or it will cease from its glory.

Prayer can never be in excess.

For there is some danger of falling into a soft and effeminate Christianity, under the plea of a lofty and ethereal theology.

A thrifty housewife is better than a great income. A good wife and health are a man's best wealth.

A vigorous temper is not altogether an evil. Men who are easy as an old shoe are generally of little worth.

A good character is the best tombstone. Those who loved you and were helped by you will remember you when forget-me-nots have withered. Carve your name on hearts, not on marble.