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.

Nothing is more like a wise man than a fool who holds his tongue.

If you would fall into any extreme, let it be on the side of gentleness. The human mind is so constructed that it resists rigor, and yields to softness.

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

If after all your efforts you cannot succeed, you could not please our Lord more than by sacrificing to Him your will, and remaining in tranquility, humility, and devotion, entirely conformed and submissive to His divine will and good pleasure.

Pride dies 20 minutes after death.

You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.