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.
ST FRANCIS DE SALESHave patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.
More St Francis De Sales Quotes
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Great occasions for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily.
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It is a great imperfection to complain unceasingly of little things.
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There is no better means of attainment to the spiritual life Than by continually beginning again.
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Have patience to walk with short steps until you have wings to fly.
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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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Humor is the foundation of reconciliation.
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God is present everywhere, and every person is His work.
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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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The Lord delights in every little step you take.
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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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The greatest method of praying is to pray the Rosary.
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Pride dies 20 minutes after death.
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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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Humility consists in not esteeming ourselves above other men, and in not seeking to be esteemed above them.
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Take care of your health, that it may serve you to serve God.
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