One rarely does well what one rarely does.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWhatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Friendship requires great communication.
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Let us think only of spending the present day well. Then when tomorrow shall have come, it will be called today, and then we will think about it.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.
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In everything, love 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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You can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
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A heart-memory is better than a mere head-memory. Better to carry away a little of the love of Christ in our souls, than if we were able to repeat every word of every sermon we ever heard.
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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 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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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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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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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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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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Don’t get upset with your imperfections. Surrender to the Power of God’s Love, which is greater than our weakness.
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By giving yourself to God, You not only receive Himself in exchange, but eternal life as well.
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If you would fall into any extreme, let it be on the side of gentleness. The human mind is so constructed that it resists rigor, and yields to softness.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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Friendships begun in this world will be taken up again, never to be broken off.
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Humility consists in not esteeming ourselves above other men, and in not seeking to be esteemed above them.
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One single act done with aridity of spirit is worth more than many done with feelings of devotion.
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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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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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