Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWe must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Nothing is more like a wise man than a fool who holds his tongue.
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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We must never undervalue any person. The workman loves not that his work should be despised in his presence. Now God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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Every Christian needs a half-hour of prayer each day, except when he is busy, then he needs an hour.
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Don’t get upset with your imperfections. Surrender to the Power of God’s Love, which is greater than our weakness.
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Whatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.
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The whole world is not worth one soul.
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God takes pleasure to see you take your little steps; and like a good father who holds his child by the hand, He will accommodate His steps to yours and will be content to go no faster than you. Why do you worry?
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Doing little things with a strong desire to please God makes them really great.
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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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Strive to see God in all things without exception. Do not smother yourself…If you start smothering yourself with a host of cares and longings and wishes … you will be disabling yourself from serving God with all your heart.
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Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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