There is nothing small in the service of God.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESWhile I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Be who you are and be that well.
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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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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself. I mean do not be disheartened by your imperfections, but always rise up with fresh courage.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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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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Faith is like a bright ray of sun light. It enables us to see God in all things as well as all things in God.
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It is better to remain silent than to speak the truth ill-humoredly, and spoil an excellent dish by covering it with bad sauce.
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Friendship requires great communication.
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Friendships begun in this world will be taken up again, never to be broken off.
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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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He who complains, sins.
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We have freedom to do good or evil; yet to make choice of evil, is not to use, but to abuse our freedom.
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