All blessings come to us through our Lord. He will teach us, for in beholding His life we find that He is the best example.
TERESA OF AVILAFrom heaven even the most miserable life will look like one bad night at an inconvenient hotel.
More Teresa of Avila Quotes
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In light of heaven, the worst suffering on earth will be seen to be no more serious than one night in an inconvenient hotel.
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It is of great importance, when we begin to practise prayer, not to let ourselves be frightened by our own thoughts.
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For pity’s sake, don’t start meeting troubles halfway.
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It is true that we cannot be free from sin, but at least let our sins not always be the same.
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Never affirm anything unless you are sure it is true.
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The life of the spirit is not our life, but the life of God within us.
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Settle yourself in solitude, and you will come upon God in yourself.
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Love turns work into rest.
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Let us live in such a way as not to be afraid to die.
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Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
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Anyone who truly loves God travels securely.
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Do not think you have gained a virtue unless you have first been tried by its opposite.
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The feeling remains that God is on the journey, too.
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Accustom yourself continually to make many acts of love, for they enkindle and melt the soul.
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When we accept what happens to us and make the best of it, we are praising God.
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