Loading…

The Speaker’s Quote Book is unavailable, but you can change that!

Everyone who speaks or preaches needs a ready supply of thought-provoking and illustrative resource material. The Speaker’s Quote Book provides the attention-getting story or that “just right” quote that adds depth to any sermon or presentation. Most people are familiar with Emerson’s remark about the person who builds a better mousetrap. Pastors and speakers might be surprised to know that the...

(Also see DETERMINATION and GOALS) During a train trip, the renowned jurist Oliver Wendell Holmes was unable to locate his ticket when the conductor asked for it. After watching Holmes fumble through his pockets in growing dismay, the conductor said, “That’s all right, Mr. Holmes. I’m sure you have your ticket somewhere. If you don’t find it until you’ve gotten off, just mail it to us when you get home. We’ll certainly trust you.” Holmes replied, “Young man, my problem isn’t to find my ticket.
Page 12