Where are the marks of the cross in your life? Are there any points of identification with your Lord? Alas, too many Christians wear medals but carry no scars.

It is easier to be silent altogether than to speak with moderation.

Our lusts are cords that bind us. Fiery trials are sent to burn and consume them. Who fears the flame which will bring him liberty from intolerable bonds?

Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God.

He who everyday reminds himself that he is dying, despises the present and hastens to things to come. Much more he who feels himself to be in the very act of dying.

It is vanity to mind only this present life, and not to make provision for those things which are to come.

Failures are finger posts on the road to achievement.

I believe in getting into hot water; it keeps you clean.