Seek not to know who said this or that, but take note of what has been said.

One who views thing as they are in reality, and not as they are said or thought to be, is truly wise, taught by God rather than by other persons

By two wings a man is lifted up from things earthly: by simplicity and purity.

For the multitude of worldly friends profiteth not, nor may strong helpers anything avail, nor wise counselors give profitable counsel, nor the cunning of doctors give consolation, nor riches deliver in time of need, nor a secret place to defend, if Thou, Lord, do not assist, help, comfort, counsel, inform, and defend.

If you would endeavor, like men of courage, to stand in the battle, surely we would feel the favorable assistance of God from heaven. For he who give the us occasion to fight, to the end we may get the victory, is ready to succor those that fight manfully, and do trust in his grace.

If you cannot mould yourself entirely as you would wish, how can you expect other people to be entirely to your liking?

To say that I am made in the image of God is to say that love is the reason for my existence, for God is love.