To lose ourselves in God is simply to give up our own will to Him. When a soul can truly say Lord I have no other will than Thine it is truly lost in God and united to Him.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESThose who pray from the heart do not think about the prayer they are saying, but about the God to whom they pray.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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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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What we need is a cup of understanding, a barrel of love, and an ocean of patience.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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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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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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Doing little things with a strong desire to please God makes them really great.
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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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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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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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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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Every vocation becomes more agreeable when united with devotion.
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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.
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