Great occasions for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESTake care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Have Jesus always for your patron, His Cross for a mast on which you must spread your resolutions as a sail. Your anchor shall be a profound confidence in Him, and you shall sail prosperously.
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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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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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Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.
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We must fear God out of love, not love Him out of fear.
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Half an hour’s meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
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While I am busy with little things, I am not required to do greater things.
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There is no artifice as good and desirable as simplicity.
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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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By giving yourself to God, You not only receive Himself in exchange, but eternal life as well.
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Nothing is more like a wise man than a fool who holds his tongue.
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During the night we must wait for the light.
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Flowers often grow more beautifully on dung-hills than in gardens that look beautifully kept.
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It is to those who have the most need of us that we ought to show our love more especially.
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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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