Christ does not force our will, He only takes what we give Him. But He does not give Himself entirely until He sees that we yield ourselves entirely to Him.
TERESA OF AVILATeach by works more than words.
More Teresa of Avila Quotes
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There is more value in a little study of humility and in a single act of it than in all the knowledge in the world.
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Mental prayer is nothing else but being on terms of friendship with God, frequently conversing in secret with Him.
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Any real ecstasy is a sign you are moving in the right direction.
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Let there be no disappointment when obedience keeps you busy in outward tasks. If it sends you to the kitchen, remember that the Lord walks among the pots and pans.
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Suffering is a great favor. Remember that everything soon comes to an end . . . and take courage. Think of how our gain is eternal.
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Oh, my Lord! How true it is that whoever works for you is paid in troubles! And what a precious price to those who love you if we understand its value.
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If we practice love of neighbor with great perfection, we will have done everything.
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I am afraid that if we begin to put our trust in human help, some of our Divine help will fail us.
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It is not a matter of thinking a great deal but of loving a great deal, so do whatever arouses you most to love.
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To have courage for whatever comes in life – everything lies in that.
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Those who in fact risk all for God will find that they have both lost all and gained all.
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Anyone who truly loves God travels securely.
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To reach something good it is very useful to have gone astray, and thus acquire experience.
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Souls who do not practice prayer are like people whose limbs are paralyzed.
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After you die, you wear what you are.
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