Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESOne single act done with aridity of spirit is worth more than many done with feelings of devotion.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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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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Pride dies 20 minutes after death.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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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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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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To live according to the spirit is to love according to the spirit.
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Cook the truth in charity until it tastes sweet.
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There is nothing small in the service of God.
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In everything, love simplicity.
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True progress quietly and persistently moves along without notice.
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Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.
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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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It is right that you should begin again every day. There is no better way to complete the spiritual life than to be ever beginning it over again.
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