Many who confess their venial sins out of custom and concern for order but without thought of amendment remain burdened with them for their whole life and thus lose many spiritual benefits and advantages.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWork hard every day at increasing your purity of heart, which consists in appraising things and weighing them in the balance of God’s will.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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By giving yourself to God, You not only receive Himself in exchange, but eternal life as well.
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Where there is peace and meditation, there is neither anxiety nor doubt.
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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In everything, love simplicity.
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Humility consists in not esteeming ourselves above other men, and in not seeking to be esteemed above them.
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Anxiety is the greatest evil that can befall a soul, except sin. God commands you to pray, but He forbids you to worry.
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Don’t get upset with your imperfections. Surrender to the Power of God’s Love, which is greater than our weakness.
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For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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Strive to see God in all things without exception. Do not smother yourself…If you start smothering yourself with a host of cares and longings and wishes … you will be disabling yourself from serving God with all your heart.
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Pride dies 20 minutes after death.
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Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
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There is no artifice as good and desirable as simplicity.
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