The Measure of a Man
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands inmoments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challengeand controversy
I found out that the things that hurt us the most can becomethe fuel and the catalyst that propel us toward our destiny. It will eithermake you bitter or it will make you better.
Every great institution is the lengthened shadow of a singleman. His character determines the character of his organization
Thisbook contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doomof sinners and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are holy, its preceptsare binding, its histories are true, and its decisions are immutable. Read itto be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy. It containslight to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you. It is thetravelers map, the pilgrims staff, the pilots compass, the soldiers sword, andthe Christians character. Here paradise is restored, Heaven opened, and thegates of hell disclosed. Christ is its grand object, our good is its design,and the glory of God its end. It should fill the memory, rule the heart, andguide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is given you inlife and will be opened in the judgement and will be remembered forever. Itinvolves the highest responsibility, will reward the greatest labour, and willcondemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.
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