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.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESBy giving yourself to God, You not only receive Himself in exchange, but eternal life as well.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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You learn to love by loving.
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Nothing appeases an enraged elephant so much as the sight of a little lamb.
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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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Strive to see God in all things without exception. Do not smother yourself…If you start smothering yourself with a host of cares and longings and wishes … you will be disabling yourself from serving God with all your heart.
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For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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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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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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Be who you are and be that well.
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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.
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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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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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Pride dies 20 minutes after death.
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