We shall have peace…

Julian of Norwich (1342-1416), Page: Quotes, Quote Author, Quote Topic, Spiritual (life)

Though we are in such pain, trouble and distress, that it seems to us that we are unable to think of anything except how we are and what we feel, yet as soon as we may, we are to pass lightly over it, and count it as nothing.  And why?  Because God wills that we should understand that if we know him and love him and reverently fear him, we shall have rest and be at peace.  And we shall rejoice in all that he does.
–Saint Julian of Norwich (1342-1416)

Act wisely in prayer…

Isaac of Syria (Seventh Century), Page: Quotes, Prayer (how), Quote Author, Quote Topic

Do not be foolish in the requests you make to God, otherwise you will insult God through your ignorance. Act wisely in prayer, so that you may become worthy of glorious things. Ask for things that are honorable from Him Who will not hold back, so that you may receive honor from Him as a result of the wise choice your free will had made. Solomon asked for wisdom (3 Kg 3:8-14) – and along with it he also received the earthly kingdom, for he knew how to ask wisely of the heavenly King, that is, for things that are important.
–Saint Isaac of Syria (Seventh Century)