We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESFaith is like a bright ray of sun light. It enables us to see God in all things as well as all things in God.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Whatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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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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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.
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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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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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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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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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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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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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One single day of devotion is worth more than a thousand years of worldly life.
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It is better to remain silent than to speak the truth ill-humoredly, and spoil an excellent dish by covering it with bad sauce.
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