Commonplaces with J.C. Ryle

The man who hopes to dwell in heaven should have some experimental acquaintance with the language of its inhabitants.

May we ever believe implicitly, act promptly, and wait for nothing, when the path of duty is clear.

The journey that has begun in faith, will generally end in praise.

Let us endure much, rather than increase the offense of the Gospel, or hinder in any way the cause of God.

The name "Jesus" was chosen over all the others because its a name which speaks of mercy, grace, help, and deliverance.  It is as a deliverer and Redeemer that He desires principally to be known.