How is it, Lord, that we are cowards in everything save in opposing thee?

What value is there in faith without works? And what are they worth if they are not united to the merits of Jesus Christ, our only good?

Humility must always be doing its work like a bee making honey in the hive: without humility all will be lost.

Strive to close the eyes of the body and open those of the soul and look into your own heart.

The most potent and acceptable prayer is the prayer that leaves the best effects. I don't mean it must immediately fill the soul with desire . . . The best effects are those that are followed up by actions-when the soul not only desires the honor of God, but really strives for it.

If Christ Jesus dwells in a man as his friend and noble leader, that man can endure all things, for Christ helps and strengthens us and never abandons us. He is a true friend.

Patient endurance attends to all things.