The Christian who desires to follow Jesus carrying his cross must bear in mind that the name “Christian” means “learner or imitator of Christ” and that if he wishes to bear that noble title worthily he must above all do as Christ charges us in the Gospel: We must oppose or deny ourselves, take up the cross, and follow him.
–Saint Anthony Mary Claret (1807-1870)
We must be pure. I do not speak merely of the purity of the senses. We must observe great purity in our will, in our intentions, in all our actions.
–Saint Peter Julian Eymard (1811-1868)
He who trusts himself is lost. He who trusts God can do all things.
–Saint Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787)
If we want, Christian, to have our heart filled with divine love we must first empty them of the love of this world, its frivolous and sinful customs and then turn our hearts to the one God, our only good and happiness.
–Saint Tikhon (1724-1783)
Establish yourself in God and then you will be helpful to others.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
It is only necessary to say energetically “I will,” and all will go well.
–Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-1690)
