Discern the providence…
In all created things discern the providence and wisdom of God, and in all things give Him thanks.
— Saint Teresa of Avila (1515-1582)
Giving what one has…
The soul will bring forth fruit in exactly the measure in which the inner life is developed in it. If there is no inner life, however great may be the zeal, the lofty intention, the hard work, no fruit will come forth; it is like a spring that would give out sanctity to others but cannot, having none to give; one can only give that which one has.
–Blessed Charles de Foucauld (1858–1916)
A tiny spark burns…
If a tiny spark of God’s love already burns within you, do not expose it to the wind, for it may get blown out. Keep the stove tightly shut so that it will not lose its heat and grow cold. In other words, avoid distractions as well as you can. Stay quiet with God. Do not spend your time in useless chatter.
–Saint Charles Borromeo (1538-1584)
Find peace within…
What peace can we hope to find elsewhere if we have none within us.
–Saint Teresa of Avila (1515-1582)
Difficult to pray…
Since we find it difficult to pray because our souls are hard and dry and devotionless, then let us do as the parched earth does which yawns open and in a manner cries out for the rain. A humble recognition of our need is often more eloquent to the ears of God that many prayers.
–Saint Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621)
Everyone must do…
Everyone — whether kings, nobles, tradesmen, or peasants — must do all things for the glory of God and under the inspiration of Christ’s example.
–Saint Francis Borgia (1510-1572)
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