Nothing is so contemptible as habitual contempt. It is impossible to remain long under its control without being dwarfed by its influence. - Elias Lyman Magoon

Providence has clearly ordained that the only path fit and salutary for man on earth is the path of persevering fortitude—the unremitting struggle of deliberate self-preparation and humble but active reliance on Divine aid.

An unsanctified temper is a fruitful source of error, and a mighty impediment to truth.

Existence was given us for action, rather than indolent and aimless contemplation; our worth is determined by the good deeds we do, rather than by the fine emotions we feel. They greatly mistake, who suppose that God cares for no other pursuit than devotion.