He who complains, sins.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESThere is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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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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Whatever happens, abide steadfast in a determination to cling simply to God.
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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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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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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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God takes pleasure to see you take your little steps; and like a good father who holds his child by the hand, He will accommodate His steps to yours and will be content to go no faster than you. Why do you worry?
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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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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Let the enemy rage at the gate; let him knock, pound, scream, howl; let him do his worst. We know for certain that he cannot enter our soul except by the door of our consent.
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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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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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I have made a pact with my tongue, not to speak when my heart is disturbed.
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