I have made a pact with my tongue, not to speak when my heart is disturbed.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESLet the enemy rage at the gate; let him knock, pound, scream, howl; let him do his worst. We know for certain that he cannot enter our soul except by the door of our consent.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Let us think only of spending the present day well. Then when tomorrow shall have come, it will be called today, and then we will think about it.
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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He who complains, sins.
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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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We have freedom to do good or evil; yet to make choice of evil, is not to use, but to abuse our freedom.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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Nothing is more like a wise man than a fool who holds his tongue.
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When you encounter difficulties and contradictions, do not try to break them, but bend them with gentleness and time.
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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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You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
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Make yourself familiar with the angels and behold them frequently in spirit; for without being seen, they are present with you.
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Friendship requires great communication.
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