A coat that is not used, the moths eat; and a Christian who is hung up so that he shall not be tempted-the moths eat him; and they have poor food at that.

Ones best success comes after their greatest disappointments.

Remember God's bounty in the year. String the pearls of His favor. Hide the dark parts, except so far as they are breaking out in light! Give this one day to thanks, to joy, to gratitude!

Religion is the fruit of the Spirit, a Christian character, a true life.

Education will not come of itself; it will never come unless you seek it; it will not come unless you take the first steps which lead to it; but, taking these steps, every man can acquire it.

The sun does not shine for a few trees and flowers, but for the wide world's joy.

Mirthfulness is in the mind and you cannot get it out. It is just as good in its place as conscience or veneration.