A holy life is not an ascetic, or gloomy or solitary life, but a life regulated by divine truth and faithful in Christian duty. It is living above the world while we are still in it.
Tryon EdwardsMost controversies would soon be ended, if those engaged in them would first accurately define their terms, and then adhere to their definitions.
Tryon EdwardsAnxiety is the rust of life, destroying its brightness and weakening its power. A childlike and abiding trust in Providence is its best preventive and remedy.
Tryon EdwardsPrejudices are rarely overcome by argument; not being founded in reason they cannot be destroyed by logic.
Tryon EdwardsAnxiety is the poison of human life; the parent of many sins and of more miseries. In a world where everything is doubtful, and where we may be disappointed, and be blessed in disappointment, why this restless stir and commotion of mind? Can it alter the cause, or unravel the mystery of human events?
Tryon Edwards