Quotes about Goodness
Men have a singular desire to be good without being good for anything, because, perchance, they think vaguely that so it will be good for them in the end.
- Henry David Thoreau
None but such as are good men can give good things, and that which is not good, is not delicious to a well-govern'd and wise appetite.
- John Milton
What you focus on expands, and when you focus on the goodness in your life, you create more of it.
- Oprah Winfrey
If you real desire is to be good, there is no need to wait for the money before you do it; you can do it now, this very moment, and just where you are.
- James Allen
This entire most beautiful order of good things is going to pass away after its measure has been exhausted; for both morning and evening were made in them.
- St. Augustine
Charity is the form, mover, mother and root of all the virtues.
- St. Thomas Aquinas
I had a father and mother, who were devout and feared God. Our Lord also helped me with His grace. All this would have been enough to make me good, if I had not been so wicked.
- Teresa of Avila
The answer is surprisingly simple. Just do right. Live an honorable life.
- Lou Holtz
Although we are never glad when tragedy visits, we can be aware and seize the opportunity to do good in this world, even in the midst of tragedy.
- Jim Rohn
Why wouldn't we run to God. He's sooo good. God's not mad at anybody. He just wants to help us be the best that we can be.
- Joyce Meyer
It is not enough just to wish well; we must also do well.
- Ambrose of Milan
Every act, every deed of justice and mercy and benevolence, makes heavenly music in Heaven.
- Ellen White