Lord, I shall see you no more with the eyes of the flesh.
JOHN OF THE CROSSNow that I no longer desire all, I have it all without desire.
More John of the Cross Quotes
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Let my soul live as if separated from my body.
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Not to follow the advice of our confessor is pride and a want of faith.
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Beloved, all that is harsh and difficult I want for myself, and all that is gentle and sweet for thee.
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The soul that journey’s to God, but doesn’t shake off it’s cares and quiet it’s appetities, is like someone who drags a cart of dirt uphill.
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Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ doesn’t seek the glory of Christ.
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God is a dark night to man in this life.
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Now that I no longer desire all, I have it all without desire.
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Let all find COMPASSION in YOU.
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In tribulation immediately draw near to God with confidence, and you will receive strength, enlightenment, and instruction.
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Do not let your “eye” be drawn by the false “beacon lamps” -of wealth, or position, or fame, or possessions. Be vigilant over your will and desires, for these are the corrupt forces that dwell within, and keep you from living free.
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Though the path is plain and smooth for men of good will, he who walks it will not travel far, and will do so only with difficulty, if he does not have good feet: that is, courage and a persevering spirit.
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Have a great love for those who contradict and fail to love you, for in this way love is begotten in a heart that has no love.
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The eternal tide flows hid in Living Bread. That with its Heavenly Life too be fed.
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God passes through the thicket of the world, and wherever His glance falls He turns all things to beauty.
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Where there is no love, pour love in, and you will draw love out.
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