Whatever you do…
Whatever you do, do it gently and unhurriedly, because virtue is not a pear to be eaten in one bite.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
On a full stomach…
One should not think about the doings of God when one’s stomach is full; on a full stomach there can be no vision of the Divine mysteries.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
Given by the Holy Spirit…
It is necessary that the Holy Spirit enter our heart. Everything good that we do, that we do for Christ, is given to us by the Holy Spirit, but prayer most of all, which is always available to us.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
Remembrance of God…
Those who have truly decided to serve the Lord God should practice the remembrance of God and uninterrupted prayer to Jesus Christ, mentally saying: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
–Saint Seraphim of Sarov (1754-1833)
Humble and simple…
Be humble, be simple, bring joy to others.
–Saint Madeline Sophie Barat (1779-1865)
Know where you are going…
Setting out is one thing: you also must know where you are going and what you can do when you get there.
–Saint Madeline Sophie Barat (1779-1865)
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