Remember, when incited to slander, that it is only he among you who is without sin that may cast the first stone.

No outward change need trouble him who is inwardly serene.

It is in sickness that we most feel the need of that sympathy which shows how much we are dependent upon one another for our comfort, and even necessities. Thus disease, opening our eyes to the realities of life, is an indirect blessing.

As the sun's rays will irradiate even the murky pool, and make its stagnant waters to shine like silver, so doth God's goodness and tender mercy, towards the greatest sinner, and the blackest heart, make his own image visible there!

Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul; and the heart of man knoweth none more fragrant.

You cannot judge by outward appearances; the soul is only transparent to its Maker.

Ministers who threaten death and destruction employ weapons of weakness. Argument and kindness are alone effectual, flavored by the principles of Divine love.