How rare it is to find a soul quiet enough to hear God speak.

Most people I ask little from. I try to give them much, and expect nothing in return and I do very well in the bargain.

Should we feel at times disheartened and discouraged, a simple movement of heart toward God will renew our powers. Whatever he may demand of us, he will give us at the moment the strength and courage that we need.

True piety hath in it nothing weak, nothing sad, nothing constrained. It enlarges the heart; it is simple, free, and attractive.

Real friends are our greatest joy and our greatest sorrow. It were almost to be wished that all true and faithful friends should expire on the same day.

Little opportunities should be improved.

He who prays without confidence cannot hope that his prayers will be granted.