Gaze fixed upon God…
The Christian who keeps his gaze fixed upon God’s Providence preserves constant courage and unshakable steadfastness, even amidst terrible misfortunes.
–Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov (1807-1867)
All states in life…
Our Lord has created persons for all states in life, and in all of them we see people who who achieved sanctity by fulfilling their obligations well.
–Saint Anthony Mary Claret (1807-1870)
The present moment…
The present moment is always full of infinite treasure. It contains far more than you can possibly grasp. Faith is the measure of its riches: what you find in the present moment is according to the measure of your faith. Love also is the measure: the more the heart loves, the more it rejoices in what God provides.
–Jean-Pierre de Caussade (1675-1751)
The soul ought to obey…
As the wax which we place near the fire assumes any form we wish to give it, so the loving soul ought to obey as soon as her Beloved has spoken.
–Saint Paul of the Cross (1694-1775)
To find solitude…
In order to find this delightful solitude [with God], it is not necessary to withdraw into a desert and live in a cave; you can find it in your home and in the midst of your family. Busy yourself with the outside world only in as far as the duties of your state, obedience, or charity require, and you will be living in that solitude that best accords with your circumstances and that God requires of you.
–Saint Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787)
Establish yourself in God…
Establish yourself in God and then you will be helpful to others.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
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