Theology is but a science of applied to God. As schools change theology must necessarily change. Truth is everlasting, but our ideas of truth are not. Theology is but our ideas of truth classified and arranged.

Of all joyful, smiling, ever-laughing experiences, there are none like those which spring from true religion.

Adversity, if for no other reason, is of benefit, since it is sure to bring a season of sober reflection. People see clearer at such times. Storms purify the atmosphere.

A man without self-restraint is like a barrel without hoops, and tumbles to pieces.

The thankful heart will find, in every hour, some heavenly blessings.

The ability to convert ideas to things is the secret of outward success.

Greatness lies, not in being strong, but in the right using of strength; and strength is not used rightly when it serves only to carry a man above his fellows for his own solitary glory. He is the greatest whose strength carries up the most hearts by the attraction of his own.