" The world will allow the mere statement of any doctrine provided no attempt be made to put it in practice. It is only when faith begins to produce works that the Christian is confronted with bitter antagonism."

" Jesus was not popular. The multitude might follow Him for a moment, because His ministry stood connected, in their judgment, with ' the loaves and fishes,' which met their need; but they were just as ready to cry, 'Away with Him!' as ' Hosanna to the Son of David!' "