Some people are tempted most strongly at the beginning of their spiritual life, others near the end. Some are troubled all their lives. Still others receive only light temptation. Such things are decided by God, and we can trust his wisdom.

A book has but one voice, but it does not instruct everyone alike.

Two wings lift a person up from earthly concerns: Simplicity in intention, and Purity in feeling.

O Lord, you know what is best for me. Let this or that be done, as you please. Give what you will, how much you will, and when you will.

Now is the time to be doing, now is the time to be stirring, now is the time to amend myself.

No man doth safely rule, but he that hath learned gladly to obey.

Cling, therefore, to Jesus in life and death; trust yourself to the glory of Him who alone can help you when all others fail.