It is to those who have the most need of us that we ought to show our love more especially.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESYou can attract more bees with a spoonful of sugar than a cupful of vinegar.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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He who can preserve gentleness amid pains, and peace amid worry multitude of affairs, is almost perfect.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.
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Every moment comes to us pregnant with a command from God, only to pass on and plunge into eternity, there to remain forever what we have made of it.
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We have freedom to do good or evil; yet to make choice of evil, is not to use, but to abuse our freedom.
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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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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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Have Jesus always for your patron, His Cross for a mast on which you must spread your resolutions as a sail. Your anchor shall be a profound confidence in Him, and you shall sail prosperously.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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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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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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It is right that you should begin again every day. There is no better way to complete the spiritual life than to be ever beginning it over again.
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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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In everything, love simplicity.
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