One of the strange phenomena of the last century is the spectacle of religion dropping the appeal of fear while other human interests have picked it up.
Harry Emerson FosdickNo virtue is more universally accepted as a test of good character than trustworthiness .
Harry Emerson FosdickHe who picks up one end of a stick picks up the other. He who chooses the beginning of a road chooses the place it leads to. It is the means that determine the end.
Harry Emerson FosdickWe cannot restore integrity and morality to our society until each of us-singly and individually-takes responsibility for our actions.
Harry Emerson FosdickOne of the most amazing things ever said on this earth is Jesus's statement: "He that is greatest among you shall be your servant." Nobody has one chance in a billion of being thought really great after a century has passed except those who have been the servants of all. That strange realist from Bethlehem knew that.
Harry Emerson Fosdick