FEBRUARY 1
All is good which lies in the way to glory.
Journal, 29th August, 1757
The speaking to a congregation in the name of Christ is a thing of no small importance. You are therefore in the right, before you undertake it, to consider the matter well.
to Henry Anderson, 1791
It is certain you cannot preach the truth without offending those who preach the contrary. … You cannot constrain any one to go to Church; you can only advise them to do it, and encourage them by your example.
to Walter Griffith, 1788
The plainer you speak, the more good you will do.
to John Cricket, 1783
Wherever a man’s life confirms his doctrine, God will confirm the word of His messenger.
to Arthur Keene, 1784
