There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESIt matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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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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Don’t get upset with your imperfections. Surrender to the Power of God’s Love, which is greater than our weakness.
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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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All the science of the Saints is included in these two things: To do, and to suffer. And whoever had done these two things best, has made himself most saintly.
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Be who you are and be that well.
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Let us think only of spending the present day well. Then when tomorrow shall have come, it will be called today, and then we will think about it.
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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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It matters little how one begins, provided that he be resolved to go on well, and to end well.
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Faith is like a bright ray of sun light. It enables us to see God in all things as well as all things in God.
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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Great occasions for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily.
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Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.
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Let God be the air in which your heart breathes at ease.
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