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.
JOHN OF THE CROSSFaith is the union of God and the soul.
More John of the Cross Quotes
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At the evening of life, we shall be judged on our love.
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Seek in reading and thou shalt find in meditation; knock in prayer and it shall be opened in contemplation.
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At the end of our life, we shall all be judged by charity.
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Who teaches the soul if not God?
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Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ doesn’t seek the glory of Christ.
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Whenever anything disagreeable or displeasing happens to you, remember Christ crucified and be silent.
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Silence is God’s first language.
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In sorrow and suffering, go straight to God with confidence, and you will be strengthened, enlightened and instructed.
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Desolation is a file, and the endurance of darkness is preparation for great light.
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Where there is no love, pour love in, and you will draw love out.
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Let all find COMPASSION in YOU.
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Live in the world as if only God and your soul were in it; then your heart will never be made captive by any earthly thing.
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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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The road is narrow. He who wishes to travel it more easily must cast off all things and use the cross as his cane. In other words, he must be truly resolved to suffer willingly for the love of God in all things.
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Abide in peace, banish cares, take no account of all that happens, and you will serve God according to his good pleasure and rest in him.
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