He whose head is in heaven need not fear to put his feet into the grave.

You may as soon find a living man who does not breathe, as a living Christian who does not pray.

The way to preserve the peace of the church is to preserve its purity.

Tears are a tribute to our deceased friends. When the body is sown, it must be watered. But we must not sorrow as those that have no hope; for we have a good hope through grace both concerning them and concerning ourselves.

For love is of God. He is the fountain, author, parent, and commander of love; it is the sum of his law and gospel.

Those that abide in Christ as their heart's desire shall have, through Christ, their heart's desire.

We must believe that He is able to do what He will, wise to do what is best, and good, according to His promise, to do what is best for us, if we love Him, and serve Him.