Think lightly of hell, and you will think lightly of the cross. Think little of the sufferings of lost souls, and you will soon think little of the Savior who delivers them.

I would bear any affliction rather than be burdened with a guilty conscience.

Affliction is the best book in a minister's library.

Whatever may be said about the doctrine of election, it is written in the Word of God as with an iron pen, and there is no getting rid of it.

Soul-winning is the chief business of the Christian minister; it should be the main pursuit of every true believer.

It is a very solemn delusion when ministers think they are prospering, and yet do not hear of conversions.

I am certain that the safest way to defend your character is never to say a word about it.