“I do not think there is a demonstrative proof (like Euclid) of Christianity, nor of the existence of matter, nor of the good will and honesty of my best and oldest friends. I think all three are (except perhaps the second) far more probable than the alternatives. The case for Christianity in general is well given by Chesterton…As to why God doesn't make it demonstratively clear; are we sure that He is even interested in the kind of Theism which would be a compelled logical assent to a conclusive argument? Are we interested in it in personal matters? I demand from my friend trust in my good faith which is certain without demonstrative proof. It wouldn't be confidence at all if he waited for rigorous proof. Hang it all, the very fairy-tales embody the truth. Othello believed in Desdemona's innocence when it was proved: but that was too late. Lear believed in Cordelia's love when it was proved: but that was too late. 'His praise is lost who stays till all commend.' The magnanimity, the generosity which will trust on a reasonable probability, is required of us. But supposing one believed and was wrong after all? Why, then you would have paid the universe a compliment it doesn't deserve. Your error would even so be more interesting and important than the reality. And yet how could that be? How could an idiotic universe have produced creatures whose mere dreams are so much stronger, better, subtler than itself?”

“You do not really understand something unless you can explain it to your grandmother.”

“Children have one kind of silliness, as you know, and grown-ups have another kind.”

“It is impossible to be both selfish and happy”

“The term is over: the holidays have begun. The dream is ended: this is the morning.”

“Peace is not merely the absence of war but the presence of justice, of law, of order —in short, of government.”

“When God puts love and compassion in your heart toward someone, He’s offering you an opportunity to make a difference in that person’s life. You must learn to follow that love. Don’t ignore it. Act on it. Somebody needs what you have.”

“Be grateful for the life of those who mass up challenges on the paths to your fulfillment. At least they taught you self-defense!”

“Successful people focus their thinking on progress”

“Happiness is an allegory, unhappiness a story.”

“May our prayers today—and every day—be from our hearts and with the focus of our whole being!”

“Don’t give up; try again. Be still and work it out till your good becomes the best! Dream high above the sky!”

“With Him, nothing is impossible, but it also takes our cooperation and willingness through determination, obedience and hard work to develop what He has put in us.”

“You aren't your past, you are probability of your future.”

“Don’t dim the light in you. Make your corner bright. Fight a good fight with all your might. Wake up and dare to win; never fear because of what others might say. You’ll overcome!”