Whatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.

The test of a preacher is that his congregation goes away saying, not "What a lovely sermon!" but "I will do something."

Friendships begun in this world will be taken up again, never to be broken off.

There are no galley-slaves in the royal vessel of divine love - every man works his oar voluntarily!

Naturally we all have an inclination to command, and a great aversion to obey; and yet it is certain that it is more for our good to obey than to command; hence perfect souls have always had a great affection for obedience, and have found all their joy and comfort in it.

Half an hour's meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.

Professions of humility are the very cream, the very essence of pride; the really humble person wishes to be, and not to appear so. Humility is timorous, and starts at her shadow; and so delicate that if she hears her name pronounced it endangers her existence.