Let nothing disturb thee, let nothing affright thee. All things are passing. Patience obtains all things. He who has God has everything – God alone suffices.
TERESA OF AVILAI thought of the soul as resembling a castle, formed of a single diamond or a very transparent crystal, and containing many rooms, just as in Heaven there are many mansions.
More Teresa of Avila Quotes
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Never do anything which you could not do in the sight of all.
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Souls who do not practice prayer are like people whose limbs are paralyzed.
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In light of heaven, the worst suffering on earth will be seen to be no more serious than one night in an inconvenient hotel.
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The life of prayer is just love to God, and the custom of being ever with Him.
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Love draws forth love.
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When we accept what happens to us and make the best of it, we are praising God.
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Let there be no disappointment when obedience keeps you busy in outward tasks. If it sends you to the kitchen, remember that the Lord walks among the pots and pans.
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Prayer is a friendly conversation with the One we know loves us.
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Prayer is an act of love. Words are not needed.
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Let nothing disturb thee; Let nothing dismay thee; All things pass; God never changes. Patience attains All that it strives for.
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Desire to see God, be fearful of losing Him, and find joy in everything that can lead to Him. If you act in this way, you will always live in great peace.
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Be kind to all and severe to thyself.
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It is love alone that gives worth to all things.
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May I not come before You with empty hands, since we are rewarded according to our deeds.
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If you fall sometimes, you must not be discouraged.
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