By giving yourself to God, You not only receive Himself in exchange, but eternal life as well.
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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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne those already laid upon you well — it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently.
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You learn to love by loving.
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Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.
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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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Work hard every day at increasing your purity of heart, which consists in appraising things and weighing them in the balance of God’s will.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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Be not miserable about what may happen tomorrow. The same everlasting Father, who cares for you today, will care for you tomorrow.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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Great occasions for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily.
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If 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.
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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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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.
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Every vocation becomes more agreeable when united with devotion.
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Pride dies 20 minutes after death.
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