William Arthur Ward, (1921 — 1997) Quotes

Too many of us hear without heeding, read without responding, confess without changing, profess without practicing, worship without witnessing, and seek without sharing.

It is fair to judge people and stained-glass windows only in their best light.

The surest cure for loneliness, the quickest way to happiness, is found in this, a simple creed: Go serve someone in greater need.

The roots of happiness grow deepest in the soil of service.

Happiness is not dependent upon circumstances but upon attitudes; it is not so much environmental as mental.

Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service and character.

Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.

We can fill each day with grasping or with giving; with griping or with gratitude.

The momentary thrill of getting rarely equals the lasting joy of giving.

Friendship, like money, is a trust, a stewardship, a responsibility.