Prayer is the supreme activity of all that is noblest in our personality, and the essential nature of prayer is faith.

Our prayers are heard, not because we are in earnest, not because we suffer, but because Jesus suffered.

Spiritual maturity is not reached by the passing of the years, but by obedience to the will of God.

Never be diplomatic and careful about the treasure God gives. This is poverty triumphant.

Do not expect God always to give you His thrilling minutes, but learn to live in the domain of drudgery by the power of God.

Prayer is an effort of will.

When you are insulted, you must not only not resent it, but you must make it an opportunity to exhibit the Son of God in your life. And you cannot imitate the nature of Jesus-it is either in you or it is not. A personal insult becomes an opportunity for a saint to reveal the incredible sweetness of the Lord Jesus.