To do good work a man should no doubt be industrious. To do great work he must certainly be idle a well.
Henry Ward BeecherReason is a permanent blessing of God to the soul. Without it there can be no large religion.
Henry Ward BeecherGod wishes to exhaust all means of kindness before His hand takes hold on justice.
Henry Ward BeecherPeople may excite in themselves a glow of compassion, not by toasting their feet at the fire, and saying: "Lord, teach me compassion," but by going and seeking an object that requires compassion.
Henry Ward Beecher