Doing little things with a strong desire to please God makes them really great.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESAnxiety is the greatest evil that can befall a soul, except sin. God commands you to pray, but He forbids you to worry.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
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Every vocation becomes more agreeable when united with devotion.
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Be who you are and do that well.
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Every morning prepare your soul for a tranquil day.
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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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Those who pray from the heart do not think about the prayer they are saying, but about the God to whom they pray.
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There is no artifice as good and desirable as simplicity.
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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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Make yourself familiar with the angels and behold them frequently in spirit; for without being seen, they are present with you.
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Great occasions for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily.
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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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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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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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Where there is peace and meditation, there is neither anxiety nor doubt.
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