There is no better rule to try a doctrine by than the question, Is it merciful, or is it unmerciful? If its character is that of mercy, it has the image of Jesus, who is the way, the truth, and the life.
Hosea BallouThe heavens and the earth, the woods and the wayside, teem with instruction and knowledge to the curious and thoughtful.
Hosea BallouThere is no doubt that religious fanatics have done more to prejudice the cause they affect to advocate than have its opponents.
Hosea Ballou