There is nothing as strong as tenderness, And nothing as tender as true strength.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESThere is nothing small in the service of God.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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There is no artifice as good and desirable as simplicity.
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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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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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One rarely does well what one rarely does.
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Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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Those who pray from the heart do not think about the prayer they are saying, but about the God to whom they pray.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.
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God takes pleasure to see you take your little steps; and like a good father who holds his child by the hand, He will accommodate His steps to yours and will be content to go no faster than you. Why do you worry?
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Strive to see God in all things without exception. Do not smother yourself…If you start smothering yourself with a host of cares and longings and wishes … you will be disabling yourself from serving God with all your heart.
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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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