The splendor of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not rob the little violet of it’s scent nor the daisy of its simple charm. If every tiny flower wanted to be a rose, spring would lose its loveliness.
THERESE OF LISIEUXThe country in which I live is not my native country, that lies elsewhere, and it must always be the center of my longings.
More Therese of Lisieux Quotes
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Even now I know it: yes, all my hopes will be fulfilled… yes… the Lord will work wonders for me which will surpass infinitely my immeasurable desires.
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The country in which I live is not my native country, that lies elsewhere, and it must always be the center of my longings.
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Discouragement itself is a form of pride.
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Above the clouds the sky is always blue.
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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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How happy I am to see myself as imperfect and to be in need of God’s mercy.
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Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
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A word or a smile is often enough to put fresh life in a despondent soul.
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For one pain endured with joy, we shall love the good God more forever.
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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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I felt it better to speak to God than about Him.
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True charity consists in putting up with all one’s neighbors fault’s; never being surprised by his weakness, and being inspired by the least of his virtues.
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Suffering is the very best gift He has to give us. He gives it only to His chosen friends.
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Perfect love means putting up with other peoples shortcomings, feeling no surprise at their weaknesses, finding encouragement even in the slightest evidence of good qualities in them.
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Let us not be justices of the peace, but angels of peace.
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