Remind men of this: adjure them before the Lord not to bandy arguments ??no good comes out of that, it only means the undoing of your audience.

In any great house there are indeed vessels not only of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for noble, some for menial service.

If one will only keep clear of the latter, he will be put to noble use, he will be consecrated and useful to the Owner of the House, he will be set apart for good work of all kinds.

Shut your mind against foolish, popular controversy; be sure that only breeds strife.

Now the crown of a good life awaits me, with which the Lord, that just Judge, will reward me on the great Day ??and not only me but all who have loved and longed for his appearance.

Luke is the only one who is with me. Pick up Mark and bring him along with you, for he is of great use in helping me.