The potency of prayer hath subdued the strength of fire; it hath bridled the rage of lions, hushed anarchy to rest, extinguished wars, appeased the elements, expelled demons, burst the chains of death, expanded the gates of heaven, assuaged diseases, repelled frauds, rescued cities from destruction, stayed the sun in its course, and arrested the progress of the thunderbolt.

Whether, therefore, we receive what we ask for, or do not receive it, let us still continue steadfast in prayer. For to fail in obtaining the desires of our heart, when God so wills it, is not worse than to receive it; for we know not as He does, what is profitable to us.

A man's readiness and commitment are not enough if he does not enjoy help from above as well; equally help from above is no benefit to us unless there is also commitment and readiness on our part.

Faithfulness in little things is a big thing.

God loves us more than a father, mother, friend, or any else could love, and even more than we are able to love ourselves.

The Holy Scriptures do not know any distinctions. They enjoin that all lead the life of monks.

The pains of hell are not the greatest part of hell; the loss of heaven is the weightiest woe of hell.