I know that God makes use of me as an instrument and that neither by reason of my talents nor because of my services was I called to fill this position that I now occupy. To the blindest of men I am a striking proof of what faith can do,…
St. Augustine says we have two cities within us, the city of God and the city of Me. To the extent that the first increases, the second will be destroyed. – St. Elizabeth of the Trinity
In the light of eternity, God is making me understand many things and I come to tell you, as from Him, not to fear sacrifice and struggle, but rather to rejoice in it. If your nature provides you with … a battleground, do not be discouraged … love your wretchedness,…
God…never tires of waiting for some people, enlightening them only little by little, so I was careful not to rush things. – St. Therese
Suffering makes us good; it makes us indulgent towards others, because suffering brings us nearer to the good Lord. – St. Therese
…we will not reach perfection in the love of neighbor if that love doesn’t rise from love of God as its root. – St. Teresa of Avila
I have found favor with this sovereign Virgin in everything I have asked of her, and in the end she has drawn me to herself. – St. Teresa of Avila
The Lord desires so intensely that we love Him and seek His company, so much so that from time to time He calls us to draw near Him. And His voice is so sweet…They come through words spoken by other good people, or through sermons, or through what is read…
All of this darkness signifies the obscurity of faith with which the divinity is clothed while communicating itself to the soul. -St. John of the Cross
His Majesty is not accustomed to paying poorly for His lodging if the hospitality is good. – St. Teresa of Avila