The original meaning of the word tact referred to the sense of touch (as in 'tactile'), and came to mean skill in dealing with persons or sensitive situations. Tact is defined as: 'intuitive perception, especially a quick and fine perception of what is fit and proper and right.' It alludes to one's ability to conduct delicate negotiations and personal matters in a way that recognizes mutual rights, and yet leads to a harmonious solution.

The secular mind and heart, however gifted and personally charming, has no place in the leadership of the church.

Disciples [deep people] are not manufactured wholesale. They are produced one by one, because someone has taken the pains to discipline, to instruct and enlighten, to nurture and train one that is younger.

If we are meticulously careful with the use of the days, the years will take care of themselves.

True leaders must be willing to suffer for the sake of objectives great enough to demand their wholehearted obedience.

Our consciences are not infallible, and they can become warped or weakened if not kept aligned by the infallible Word of God.

If a Christian is not willing to rise early and work late, to expend greater effort in diligent study and faithful work, that person will not change a generation. Fatigue is the price of leadership. Mediocrity is the result of never getting tired.