May not be your peace in the mouth of the men; since no matter if they thing good or bad about you, you should not be a different man because of that.

Endeavor to be always patient of the faults and imperfections of others; for thou hast many faults and imperfections of thine own that require forbearance. If thou art not able to make thyself that which thou wishest, how canst thou expect to mold another in conformity to thy will?

Activate yourself to duty by remembering your position, who you are, and what you have obliged yourself to be.

Be thankful for the smallest blessing, and you will be worthy to receive greater.

Many deceive themselves, imagining they'll find happiness in change.

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.

How should thy patience be crowned in heaven if none adversity should befall to thee in earth? If thou wilt suffer none adversity how mayest thou be the friend of Christ?