It thou seek rest in this life, how wilt thou then attain to the everlasting rest? Dispose not thyself for much rest, but for great patience. Seek true peace--not in earth, but in heaven; not in men, nor in any other creature, but in God alone.

What difference does it make to you what someone else becomes, or says, or does? You do not need to answer for others, only for yourself.

Peace and happiness are what you covet, but these are only to be obtained by labor.

Simplicity is the intention, purity in the affection; simplicity turns to God, purity unites with and enjoys him.

The acknowledgment of our weakness is the first step in repairing our loss.

Intelligence must follow faith, never precede it, and never destroy it.

All men commend patience, although few are willing to practice it.