When you see a man with a great deal of religion displayed in his shop window, you may depend upon it he keeps a very small stock of it within.

His help is timely: He is a very present help in time of trouble. His help is very wise: He knows how to give each man help meet and fit for him. His help is most effectual, though vain is the help of man. His help is more than help, for He bears all the burden and supplies all the need. The LORD is my helper, I will not fear what man can do unto me.

It is when we notice the dirt that God is most present in us; it is the very sign of His presence

If you lead a country like Britain, a strong country, a country which has taken a lead in world affairs in good times and in bad, a country that is always reliable, then you have to have a touch of iron about you.