But if you believe yourself worthy of the thing you fought so hard to get, then you become an instrument of God, you help the Soul of the World, and you understand why you are here.

We are exactly where we have chosen to be.

The light of truth burns without a flicker in the depths of a house that is shaken with storms of passion and fear.

The only infallible criterion of wisdom to vulgar minds - success.

I am one with the power and wisdom of the Universe. I have all that I need.

We get very little wisdom from success, you know.

To the extent to which a man is rational, life is the premise directing his actions. To the extent to which he is irrational, the premise directing his actions is death.

Ambition, fueled by compassion, wisdom and integrity, is a powerful force for good that will turn the wheels of industry and open the doors of opportunity for you and countless others.

Ask God to fill your mouth with the words you need to say today. No issue is so small that it doesn't require God's wisdom.

For the young people here: practicality is a good thing. There are times where compromise is necessary. That's part of wisdom. But it's also important to hang on to what you believe.

We must cease striving and trust God to provide what He thinks is best and in whatever time He chooses to make it available. But this kind of trusting doesn't come naturally. It's a spiritual crisis of the will in which we must choose to exercise faith.

When the Lord makes it clear you're to follow Him in this new direction, focus fully on Him and refuse to be distracted by comparisons with others.