We have freedom to do good or evil; yet to make choice of evil, is not to use, but to abuse our freedom.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESLet God be the air in which your heart breathes at ease.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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All the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
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Every moment comes to us pregnant with a command from God, only to pass on and plunge into eternity, there to remain forever what we have made of it.
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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.
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Have Jesus always for your patron, His Cross for a mast on which you must spread your resolutions as a sail. Your anchor shall be a profound confidence in Him, and you shall sail prosperously.
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Faith is like a bright ray of sun light. It enables us to see God in all things as well as all things in God.
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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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Every Christian needs a half-hour of prayer each day, except when he is busy, then he needs an hour.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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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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God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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It is right that you should begin again every day. There is no better way to complete the spiritual life than to be ever beginning it over again.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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Many who confess their venial sins out of custom and concern for order but without thought of amendment remain burdened with them for their whole life and thus lose many spiritual benefits and advantages.
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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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