He that, when he should not, spends too much, shall, when he would not, have too little to spend.
Owen FelthamTo trust God when we have securities in our iron chest is easy, but not thankworthy; but to depend on him for what we cannot see, as it is more hard for man to do, so it is more acceptable to God.
Owen FelthamTo go to law is for two persons to kindle a fire, at their own cost, to warm others and singe themselves to cinders; and because they cannot agree as to what is truth and equity, they will both agree to unplume themselves that others may be decorated with their feathers.
Owen FelthamIt is a most unhappy state to be at a distance with God: man needs no greater infelicity than to be left to himself.
Owen Feltham