It is one thing to be eloquent and charming in profane speech, and another when the one speaking as a religious.

Above all, remember that God looks for solid virtues in us, such as patience, humility, obedience, abnegation of your own will - that is, the good will to serve Him and our neighbor in Him. His providence allows us other devotions only insofar as He sees that they are useful to us.

The acknowledgment of and gratitude for favors and gifts received is loved and esteemed in Heaven and on earth.

May God our Lord never let me harm anyone when I cannot help him!

Concerning the harsh treatment of the body for our Lord's sake, I would say, avoid anything that would cause the shedding even of a drop of blood.

For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who disbelieve, no amount of proof is sufficient.

God gives each one of us sufficient grace ever to know His holy will, and to do it fully.