The best testimony that Stephen bore was his last: not when preaching and working miracles, but when he pleaded for his persecutors; for then he most resembled the Lord Jesus in patience, forgiveness and love.

Beware the fury of a patient man.

A lot of the road to heaven has to be taken at thirty miles per hour.

It is easy finding reasons why other folks should be patient.

Dispose not thyself for much rest, but for great patience.

I do not believe that sheer suffering teaches. If suffering alone taught, all the world would be wise, since everyone suffers. To suffering must be added mourning, understanding, patience, love, openness, and the willingness to remain vulnerable.