There is one safe and happy place, and that is in the will of God.

.... the brisk exercise imparts elasticity to the muscles, fresh and healthy blood circulates through the brain, the mind works well, the eye is clear, the step is firm, and a day's exertion always makes the evening's repose thoroughly enjoyable.

If you knew the satisfaction of performing such a duty, as well as the gratitude to God which the missionary must always feel, in being chosen for so noble, so sacred a calling, you would have no hesitation in embracing it.

I view the end of the geographical feat as the beginning of the missionary enterprise.

It is my desire to show my attachment to the cause of Him who died for me by devoting my life to His service.

I have never ceased to rejoice that God has appointed me to such an office.

If you have men who will only come if they know there is a good road, I don't want them. I want men who will come if there is no road at all.