When a man becomes a Christian, he becomes industrious, trustworthy and prosperous. Now, if that man, when he gets all he can and saves all he can, does not give all he can, I have more hope for Judas Iscariot than for that man!

Prayer continues in the desire of the heart, though the understanding be employed on outward things.

If we cannot think alike, at least we may love alike; and can anything but love beget love?

My mother was the source from which I derived the guiding principles of my life.

I cannot help leaving my books behind me whenever God calls me hence; but in every other respect, my own hands will be my executors.

Sing lustily and with a good courage. Beware of singing as if you were half dead, or half asleep; but lift up your voice with strength.

Though I am always in haste, I am never in a hurry.