When, therefore, man lives according to man, not according to God, he is like the devil.

Lord, who art always the same, give that I know myself, give that I know Thee.

He who loves the coming of the Lord is not he who affirms that it is far off, nor is it he who says it is near, but rather he who, whether it be far off or near, awaits it with sincere faith, steadfast hope, and fervent love.

The one who sings, prays twice.

It is not often that we use language correctly; usually we use it incorrectly, though we understand each others meaning.

Not all, nor even a majority, are saved. . . They are indeed many, if regarded by themselves, but they are few in comparison with the far larger number of those who shall be punished with the devil.

To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek him the greatest adventure; to find him, the greatest human achievement.