How poor is the wisdom of men, and how uncertain their forecast!
TERESA OF AVILAHow poor is the wisdom of men, and how uncertain their forecast!
TERESA OF AVILAAll things pass; Patience attains all it strives for.
TERESA OF AVILATo want to become angels while we are still on earth is ridiculous.
TERESA OF AVILAThe life of prayer is just love to God, and the custom of being ever with Him.
TERESA OF AVILALove draws forth love.
TERESA OF AVILAWhat a great favor God does to those He places in the company of good people!
TERESA OF AVILAPrayer is an act of love. Words are not needed.
TERESA OF AVILAAny real ecstasy is a sign you are moving in the right direction.
TERESA OF AVILADesire to see God, be fearful of losing Him, and find joy in everything that can lead to Him. If you act in this way, you will always live in great peace.
TERESA OF AVILAWhen we accept what happens to us and make the best of it, we are praising God.
TERESA OF AVILAIt is impossible for human tongue to exaggerate the riches which a vision from God brings to the soul: it even bestows health and refreshment on the body.
TERESA OF AVILALet nothing disturb you, / Nothing dismay you; / All things are passing: / God never changes.
TERESA OF AVILAPrayer is a friendly conversation with the One we know loves us.
TERESA OF AVILADon’t be curious of matters that don’t concern you; never speak of them, and don’t ask about them.
TERESA OF AVILAPain is never permanent.
TERESA OF AVILAChrist does not force our will, He only takes what we give Him. But He does not give Himself entirely until He sees that we yield ourselves entirely to Him.
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