A religious ought to dread more being afraid of poverty than experiencing it.
IGNATIUS OF LOYOLAIt is not the finest wood that feeds the fire of Divine love, but the wood of the Cross.
More Ignatius of Loyola Quotes
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It is proper to ask for sorrow with Christ in sorrow, anguish with Christ in anguish, tears and deep grief because of the great affliction Christ endures for me.
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Remember that bodily exercise, when it is well ordered, as I have said, is also prayer by means of which you can please God our Lord.
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We should always be disposed to believe that that which appears white is really black, if the hierarchy of the Church so decides.
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If our church is not marked by caring for the poor, the oppressed, the hungry, we are guilty of heresy.
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Pray as if God will take care of all; act as if all is up to you.
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If anyone asks you for something that you believe would be injurious to him, refuse, but in such a manner as not to lose his good-will.
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It is one thing to be eloquent and charming in profane speech, and another when the one speaking as a religious.
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SPIRITUAL EXERCISES whereby to conquer oneself, and order one’s life, without being influenced in one’s decision by any inordinate affection.
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Laugh and grow strong.
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To have prevented one single sin is reward enough for the labors and efforts of a whole lifetime.
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The servant of God earns half a doctorate through illness.
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If you attach your heart to certain places and occupations, obedience oftentimes places you in some other place that you may not like; to be always cheerful, be always humble and obedient.
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We should not have a petty regard for God’s gifts, though we may and should despise our own imperfections.
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If one fears men much he will never do anything great for God: all that one does for God arouses persecution.
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Be generous to the poor orphans and those in need. The man to whom our Lord has been liberal ought not to be stingy. We shall one day find in Heaven as much rest and joy as we ourselves have dispensed in this life.
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