For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESHumility consists in not esteeming ourselves above other men, and in not seeking to be esteemed above them.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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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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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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God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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Be who you are and do that well.
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If, when stung by slander or ill-nature, we wax proud and swell with anger, it is a proof that our gentleness and humility are unreal, and mere artificial show.
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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.
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He who complains, sins.
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You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
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What we need is a cup of understanding, a barrel of love, and an ocean of patience.
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Let 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.
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One single day of devotion is worth more than a thousand years of worldly life.
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