The more quickly we loosen our grip on the things of the world the more firmly we can take hold of the things of eternity.

God's anger is kindled not because we have harmed him but because we have harmed ourselves.

When our minds really catch hold of the significance of Jesus' atonement, the world's hold on us loosens.

A patient willingness to defer dividends is a hallmark of individual maturity.

Most of our suffering comes from sin and stupidity; it is, nevertheless, very real, and growth can occur with real repentance. But the highest source of suffering appears to be reserved for the innocent who undergo divine tutorial training.

Defectors often cause more difficulty than disinterested disbelievers.

We can learn that at the center of our agency is our freedom to form a healthy attitude toward whatever circumstances we are placed in! Those, for instance, who stretch themselves in service- though laced with limiting diseases-are often the healthiest among us! The Spirit can drive the flesh beyond where the body first agrees to go!