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 SALES
Be who you are and do that well.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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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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There is nothing as strong as tenderness, And nothing as tender as true strength.
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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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It is to those who have the most need of us that we ought to show our love more especially.
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Where there is peace and meditation, there is neither anxiety nor doubt.
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If, when stung by slander or ill-nature, we wax proud and swell with anger, it is a proof that our gentleness and humility are unreal, and mere artificial show.
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Be patient with everyone, but above all with yourself.
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We may be excused for not always being bright, but we are not excused for not being gracious, yielding and considerate.
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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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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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One single act done with aridity of spirit is worth more than many done with feelings of devotion.
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Never be hurried in anything. Do all things calmly and in a spirit of repose. Do not lose your inward peace even if everything seems to be going wrong. What is anything in life compared to peace of soul?
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Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections.
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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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Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.
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