The more loftily we see Christ enthroned, and the more lowly we are when bowing before the foot of the throne, the more truly shall we be prepared to act our part towards Him.

The whitest robes, unless their purity be preserved by divine grace, will be defiled by the blackest spots.

Almightiness and wisdom combined will make no failures.

This child-like spirit soon perceives the grandeur of the Father "in heaven," and ascends to devout adoration, "Hallowed be Thy name." The child lisping, "Abba, Father," grows into the cherub crying, "Holy, Holy, Holy.

The wings of the dove are as soft as they are swift. Gentleness is a sure result of the Sacred Dove's transforming power: hearts touched by His benign influence are meek and lowly henceforth and for ever.

Prayer is the forerunner of mercy.

It is not great counts God blesses so much as likeness to Jesus.

My own spirit, soul, and body are my nearest machinery for sacred service.

Martin Luther used to say temptation is the best teacher for a minister.