Wherefore all theology, when separated from Christ, is not only vain and confused, but is also mad, deceitful, and spurious; for, though the philosophers sometimes utter excellent sayings, yet they have nothing but what is short-lived, and even mixed up with wicked and erroneous sentiments.

If we believe heaven to be our country, it is better for us to transmit our wealth thither, than to retain it here, where we may lose it by a sudden removal.

Christ is much more powerful to save, than Adam was to destroy.

We shall never be fit for the service of God, if we look not beyond this fleeting life.

Doctrine is not an affair of the tongue but of the life.

Integrity is the best of all protectors...we cannot be more secure than when fortified by a good conscience.

Our true wisdom is to embrace with meek docility, and without reservation, whatever the holy scriptures have delivered.