When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure. – Peter Marshall
Teach us, O Lord, the disciplines of patience, for to wait is often harder than to work. – Peter Marshall
May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right. – Peter Marshall
Do not judge from mere appearances; for the lift laughter that bubbles on the lip often mantles over the depths of sadness, and the serious look may be the sober veil that covers a divine peace and joy. The bosom can ache beneath diamond brooches; and many a blithe heart dances under coarse wool. – Edwin Hubbel Chapin