Man considers the actions, but God weighs the intentions.

A humble knowledge of ourselves is a surer way to God than is the search for depth of learning.

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

Anyone who thinks hard work will never hurt you has never had to pay to have it done. Jesus now has many lovers of his Heavenly Kingdom, but few bearers of his cross.

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

Know all and you will pardon all.

If thou hadst simplicity and purity, thou wouldst be able to comprehend all things without error, and behold them without danger. The pure heart safely pervades not only heaven, but hell.