Almighty God, we make our earnest prayer that thou wilt keep the United States in thy holy protection.

It is impossible to govern the world without God. It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the Providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits and humbly implore his protection and favor.

A pack of jackasses led by a lion is superior to a pack of lions led by a jackass.

Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.

We can not guarantee success, we can strive to deserve it.

The future of this nation depends on the Christian training of our youth.

Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains taken to bring it to light.

The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.

History and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican government.

The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon.

Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.

It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God.

In a free and republican government, you cannot restrain the voice of the multitude.

It is impossible to account for the creation of the universe without the agency of a Supreme Being.

Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.

It's wonderful what we can do if we're always doing.

It is much easier at all times to prevent an evil than to rectify mistakes.

A government is like fire, a handy servant, but a dangerous master.

Have the strength to be an honest person.