Greatness lies not in being strong, but in the right use of strength.

Undoubtedly we render our consciences callous by evil indulgences; but we cannot entirely subdue that still, small voice.

Precise knowledge is the only true knowledge, and he who does not teach exactly, does not teach at all.

Gambling with cards or dice or stocks is all one thing. It's getting money without giving an equivalent for it.

Flowers are sent to do God's work in unrevealed paths, and to diffuse influence by channels that we hardly suspect.

John Wesley quaintly observed that the road to heaven is a narrow path, not intended for wheels, and that to ride in a coach here and to go to heaven hereafter, was a happiness too much for man.

It takes longer for man to find out man than any other creature that is made.