As we give, we find that sacrifice brings forth the blessings of heaven, and in the end, we learn that it was no sacrifice at all.

God does watch over us and does notice us, but it usually through someone else that he meets our needs.

Humility is royalty without a crown.

No amount of rationalizing can change God's laws. No amount of fashion designing can turn immodesty into virtue, and no amount of popularity can change sin into righteousness.

Do it. Do it right. Do it right now.

Real craftsmanship, regardless of the skill involved, reflects real caring, and real caring reflects our attitude about ourselves, about our fellowmen, and about life.

Dream beautiful dreams and then work to make those dreams come true.

I am convinced that each of us, at some time in our lives, must discover the scriptures for ourselves—and not just discover them once, but rediscover them again and again.

There are great challenges ahead of us, giant opportunities to be met. I welcome that exciting prospect and feel to say to the Lord, humbly, 'Give me this MOUNTAIN,' give me these challenges.

The difficulties and hazards of marriage are greatly increased where backgrounds are different

Success is not measured in achievement of goals, but in the stress and strain of meeting those goals

My life was going to flash before my eyes, but it decided to hide behind my eyes and quake with terror instead.

If it weren't for problems, life would be perfect and boring.

In jealousy there is more of self-love than love.

I want to congratulate all the men out there who are working diligently to be good fathers whether they are stepfathers, or biological fathers or just spiritual fathers.

It's well known that I interviewed with Philadelphia last winter, and I'd like to manage again.

Only those who spread treachery, fire, and death out of hatred for the prosperity of others are undeserving of pity.

Why did I get married in a ballpark? My wife wanted a big diamond

Politics has become a blood sport that goes beyond just the person whose name is on the ballot.

I felt it would to add a great deal to my legend for eccentricity.

I'll take thy word for faith, not ask thine oath; Who shuns not to break one will sure crack both.