Christ saw much in this world to weep over, and much to pray over; but he saw nothing in it to look upon with contempt. - Edwin Hubbell Chapin

Objects close to the eye shut out much larger objects on the horizon; and splendors born only of the earth eclipse the stars. So a man sometimes covers up the entire disk of eternity with a dollar, and quenches transcendent glories with a little shining dust.

Consider, then, and act upon the true ends of existence. This world which stretches out before you, is but the vestibule of an immortal life. These deeds that are taking place around you, touch upon chords that extend by a thousand connections, visible and invisible, and vibrate in eternity.

Through all God's works there runs a beautiful harmony. The remotest truth in his universe is linked to that which lies nearest the throne.