The Christian must not only mind heaven, but attend diligently to his daily calling, like the pilot, who, while his eye is fixed on the star, keeps his hand upon the helm.
T. Watson
Christians must balance heavenly perspective with diligent earthly work, like a ship's pilot watching the stars while maintaining the helm.
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