To pray is to desire; but it is to desire what God would have us desire.

As long as anything in this world means anything to you, your freedom is only a word. You are like a bird that is held by a leash; you can only fly so far.

Frequently a big advantage can be gained by knowing how to give in at the right moment.

How rare it is to find a soul quiet enough to hear God speak.

Be content with doing calmly the little which depends upon yourself, and let all else be to you as if it were not.

Should we feel at times disheartened and discouraged, a simple movement of heart toward God will renew our powers. Whatever he may demand of us, he will give us at the moment the strength and courage that we need.

The passion of acquiring riches in order to support a vain expense corrupts the purest souls.