I realized that to become a saint one must suffer a great deal, always seek what is best, and forget oneself.
THERESE OF LISIEUXHe does not call those who are worthy, but those whom He wills.
More Therese of Lisieux Quotes
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The world’s thy ship and not thy home.
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Without love, deeds, even the most brilliant, count as nothing.
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Holiness is a disposition of the heart that makes us humble and little in the arms of God, aware of our weakness, and confident – in the most audacious way – in His Fatherly goodness.
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My whole strength lies in prayer and sacrifice, these are my invincible arms; they can move hearts far better than words, I know it by experience.
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Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
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It isn’t enough to love; we must prove it.
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If I did not simply live from one moment to another, it would be impossible for me to be patient, but I only look at the present, I forget the past, and I take good care not to forestall the future.
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Let us go forward in peace, our eyes upon heaven, the only one goal of our labors.
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In trial or difficulty I have recourse to Mother Mary, whose glance alone is enough to dissipate every fear.
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Never stop wanting for your magic.
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The greatest honor God can do a soul is not give it much; but to ask much of it.
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I say nothing to him I love him.
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It is love alone that counts.
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No harm can come to me since, in whatever happens, I see only the tender hand of Jesus.
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Sufferings gladly borne for others convert more people than sermons.
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