Make yourself familiar with the angels and behold them frequently in spirit; for without being seen, they are present with you.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESIf you would fall into any extreme, let it be on the side of gentleness. The human mind is so constructed that it resists rigor, and yields to softness.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.
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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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If, when stung by slander or ill-nature, we wax proud and swell with anger, it is a proof that our gentleness and humility are unreal, and mere artificial show.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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A heart-memory is better than a mere head-memory. Better to carry away a little of the love of Christ in our souls, than if we were able to repeat every word of every sermon we ever heard.
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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What we need is a cup of understanding, a barrel of love, and an ocean of patience.
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Every Christian needs a half-hour of prayer each day, except when he is busy, then he needs an hour.
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Friendships begun in this world will be taken up again, never to be broken off.
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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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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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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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By turning your eyes on God in meditation, your whole soul will be filled with God. Begin all your prayers in the presence of God.
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