For the spiritual efficacy of the Sacrament doth not depend upon the nature of the thing received, supposing we received what our Lord appointed, and receive it with a right preparation and disposition of mind, but upon the supernatural blessing that goes along with it, and makes it effectual to those spiritual ends for which it was appointed.

Take away God and religion, and men live to no purpose, without proposing any worthy end of life to themselves.

If our souls be immortal, this makes amends for the frailties of life and the sufferings of this state.

Abstinence is many times very helpful to the end of religion.

Are we proud and passionate, malicious and revengeful? Is this to be like-minded with Christ, who was meek and lowly?

Men sunk in the greatest darkness imaginable retain some sense and awe of the Deity.

Integrity gains strength by use.