Now that I no longer desire all, I have it all without desire.
JOHN OF THE CROSSThe soul of one who serves God always swims in joy, always keeps holiday, is always in her palace of jubilation, ever singing with fresh ardor and fresh pleasure a new song of joy and love.
More John of the Cross Quotes
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In the twilight of life, God will not judge us on our earthly possessions and human success, but rather on how much we have loved.
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In the dark night of the soul, bright flows the river of God.
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He who loses an opportunity is like the man who lets a bird fly from his hand, for he will never recover it.
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Who teaches the soul if not God?
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If you lose an opportunity you will be like one who lets the bird fly away; you will never get it back.
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God is a dark night to man in this life.
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In search of my Love I will go over mountains and strands; I will gather no flowers, I will fear no wild beasts; And pass by the mighty and the frontiers.
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God leads every soul by a separate path.
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Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ doesn’t seek the glory of Christ.
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There is nothing better or more necessary than love.
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Strive always to confess your sins with a deep knowledge of your own wretchedness and with clarity and purity.
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The virtuous soul that is alone and without a master is like a long lone burning coal; it will grow colder rather than hotter.
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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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Seek in reading and you will find in meditation; knock in prayer and it will be opened to you in contemplation.
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When there is no love, pour in love and you shall draw out love.
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