Remember, your prerogative is to govern, and not to serve the things of this world.

Scruples, temptations, and fears, and cutting perplexities of the heart, are often the lot of the most excellent persons.

All His glory and beauty come from within, and there He delights to dwell, His visits there are frequent, His conversation sweet, His comforts refreshing; and His peace passing all understanding.

What thou art, that thou art; that God knoweth thee to be and thou canst be said to be no greater.

It is futile to wish for a long life, and then to give so little care to living well.

It is much safer to be subject than it is to command. Many live in obedience more from necessity than from love. Such become discontented and dejected on the slightest pretext; they will never gain peace of mind unless they subject themselves wholeheartedly for the love of God.

The Lord has many lovers of His crown but few lovers of His Cross.