Even though some considered his stance to be lacking courage, he believed that it was the best way to respond to those who had no appreciation for the precious “pearls ” of Bible truth. ​ — Matthew 7: 6.
Kuigi mõned pidasid tema vaikimist argpükslikkuseks, uskus ta, et see on parim viis vastata neile, kes ei hinda Piibli kallihinnalisi tõepärle.