Fear is a greater evil than evil itself.
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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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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We must never undervalue any person. The workman loves not that his work should be despised in his presence. Now God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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Many who confess their venial sins out of custom and concern for order but without thought of amendment remain burdened with them for their whole life and thus lose many spiritual benefits and advantages.
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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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Let God be the air in which your heart breathes at ease.
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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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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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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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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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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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