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Anger is one of the sinews of the Soul; he that wants it hath a maimed mind.
Anger is one of the sinews of the Soul; he that wants it hath a maimed mind.
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as read more
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as if they believe that the world is always contemplating their individual charms and virtues.
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become read more
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. [James 1:19-20].
Never make a defense or apology before you are accused.
Never make a defense or apology before you are accused.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
Lord I disbelieve -- help thou my unbelief.
Lord I disbelieve -- help thou my unbelief.
A thing is not vulgar merely because it is common.
A thing is not vulgar merely because it is common.
Nobody speaks the truth when there's something they must have.
Nobody speaks the truth when there's something they must have.
Grab the broom of anger and drive off the beast of fear.
Grab the broom of anger and drive off the beast of fear.