A detached man…
A detached man should not be always looking to see what he needs, but he should be always looking to see what he can do without.
–Blessed Henry Suso (c. 1295–1366)
In everything give thanks…
We should give thanks to Him, as it is said: ‘In everything give thanks.’ (I Th.. 5:18) Closely linked to this phrase is another of St. Paul’s injunctions: ‘Pray without ceasing.’ (I Th. 5:17), that is, be mindful of God at all times, in all places, and in every circumstance. For no matter what you do, you should keep in mind the Creator of all things. When you see the light, do not forget Him who gave it to you; when you see the sky, the earth, the sea and all that is in them, marvel at these things and glorify their Creator; when you put on clothing, acknowledge whose gift it is and praise Him who in His providence has given you life. In short, if everything you do becomes for you an occasion for glorifying God, you will be praying unceasingly. And in this way your soul will always rejoice, as St. Paul commends (cf. I Thess. 5:16).
–Saint Peter of Damascus (d. 750)
Love without suffering…
I must die to myself continually and accept trials without complaining. I work, I suffer and I love with no other witness than his heart. Anyone who is not prepared to suffer all for the Beloved and to do his will in all things is not worthy of the sweet name of Friend, for here below, Love without suffering does not exist.
–Saint Bernadette (1844-1879)
If one dream should fall…
If one dream should fall and break into a thousand pieces… never be afraid to pick one of those pieces up and begin again. That’s the beauty of being alive… We can always start all over again. Enjoy God’s amazing opportunities bestowed on us. Have faith in Him always.
— Saint Bernadette (1844-1879)
Four truths…
Put faith into practice by thinking on these four truths: God is always present. Nothing happens without His permission or outside of His will. Anything we do to others we do to Him. All kindness and goodness are in Him.
— Saint Bernadette (1844-1879)
Your silence may serve…
Your silence may serve others better than the sound of your own words.
–Madeleine Delbrel (1904-1964)
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