Two principles we should always have ready — that there is nothing good or evil save in the will; and that we are not to lead events, but to follow them.

It were no slight attainment could we merely fulfil what the nature of man implies.

It is my business, to manage carefully and dexterously whatever happens

Forgiveness is better than revenge, for forgiveness is the sign of a gentle nature, but revenge is the sign of a savage nature. the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.

Seek not that the things which happen should happen as you wish; but wish the things which happen to be as they are, and you will have a tranquil flow of life.

Books are the training weights of the mind.

I am always content with what happens; for I know that what God chooses is better than what I choose.