You learn to speak by speaking, to study by studying, to run by running, to work by working; and just so, you learn to love by loving. All those who think to learn in any other way deceive themselves.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESLet 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.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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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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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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All of us can attain to Christian virtue and holiness, no matter in what condition of life we live and no matter what our life work may be.
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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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A judicious silence is always better than truth spoken without charity.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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God will either shield you from suffering or give you unfailing strength to bear it.
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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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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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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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By turning your eyes on God in meditation, your whole soul will be filled with God. Begin all your prayers in the presence of God.
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Have patience to walk with short steps until you have wings to fly.
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Every vocation becomes more agreeable when united with devotion.
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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