To know that nothing hurts the godly, is a matter of comfort; but to be assured that all things which fall out shall co-operate for their good, that their crosses shall be turned into blessings, that showers of affliction water the withering root of their grace and make it flourish more; this may fill their hearts with joy till they run over.

The pleasure of sin is soon gone, but the sting remains.

When you find a chillness upon your souls, and that your former heat begins to abate, ply yourselves with warm clothes, get those good books that may acquaint you with such truths as may warm and affect your hearts.

The prayer that is faithless is fruitless.

The more we enjoy of God, the more we are ravished with delight.

A man's greatest care should be for that place where he lives longest; therefore eternity should be his scope.

The fastest way to succeed is to double your rate of failure.