Self-pity is one of the most dangerous forms of self-centeredness. It fogs our vision.

We can only keep what we have by being willing to freely give it away; a paraphrase of Jesus Christ.

Best smiles come after the toughest time.

Religion is like a blind man looking in a black room for a black cat that isn't there, and finding it.

Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.

If God is for us, who can be against us?

If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn't love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.

Why not learn to enjoy the little things-there are so many of them.

Remember the past, plan for the future, but live for today, because yesterday is gone and tomorrow may never come.

War does not determine who is right - only who is left.

God helps those who help themselves.

...it was actually the first time I’ve been shot at.” “Congrats? It’s New Orleans. I’m sure that won’t be the last, though it doesn’t sound like something to put on a cake.” “Greetin’ card either.

An inspired life is spontaneous. There is no fear

Although the testimony of my mother’s life helped mold me and taught me how to live, the testimony of her last years and her death gave me insight into how to die.

American liberals today are hesitant to speak out against the denial of rights that is perpetrated in the name of Islam.

...nothing seemed quite as romantic as holding hands while you climaxed.

Life is not so bad if you have plenty of luck, a good physique, and not too much imagination.

I don't want my past to become anyone else's future.

It's not difficult for me to stay healthy. I like healthy food.

You just promised me eternity, you know. I can make you live to regret it.

Relinquishing apparent national sovereignty does not have to entail a loss of national sovereignty, but can actually be a benefit.