The elements which determine the make of any particular sermon are three; the preacher, the material, and the audience; just as the character of any battle is determined by three elements; the gun (including the gunner), the ammunition, and the fortress against which the attack is made.

Never fear to bring the sublimest motive to the smallest duty, and the most infinite comfort to the smallest trouble.

We may say that on the first Good Friday afternoon was completed that great act by which light conquered darkness and goodness conquered sin. That is the wonder of our Saviour's crucifixion.

Be patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious.

The man, who has begun to live more seriously within, begins to live more simply without.

A man who lives right, and is right, has more power in his silence than another has by his words.

Pray for and work for fullness of life above every thing; full red blood in the body; full honesty and truth in the mind; and the fullness of a grateful love for the Saviour in your heart.