It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWe 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.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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We may be excused for not always being bright, but we are not excused for not being gracious, yielding and considerate.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
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It is to those who have the most need of us that we ought to show our love more especially.
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If you would fall into any extreme, let it be on the side of gentleness. The human mind is so constructed that it resists rigor, and yields to softness.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.
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He who complains, sins.
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Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.
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By turning your eyes on God in meditation, your whole soul will be filled with God. Begin all your prayers in the presence of God.
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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Truly it is a blessed thing to love on earth as we hope to love in Heaven, and to begin that friendship here which is to endure for ever there.
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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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One single act done with aridity of spirit is worth more than many done with feelings of devotion.
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To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.
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