…made me promise to cut down on the drinking and swearing, which I have. Unfortunately, this has left me dim-witted and nearly speechless.
We have two natures within us, both struggling for mastery. Which one will dominate us? It depends on which one we feed.
You make name for yourself when you overcome pain, weakness, laziness and ignorance
Martyrdom is the only way a man can become famous without ability.
Joy cannot be pursued. It comes from within. It is a state of being. It does not depend on circumstances, but triumphs over circumstances. It produces a gentleness of spirit and a magnetic personality...
Belief is a wonderful way to pass the time until the facts come in.
Most priests wish they were as righteous as they seem to most members of their congregations.
If you can imagine it, you can achieve it.
Ninety-five per cent of your success or failure will come from your daily habits.
It is childish to eat primarily or only to please your tongue.
Kindness is universal. Sometimes being kind allows others to see the goodness in humanity through you. Always be kinder than necessary.