The virtuous soul that is alone and without a master is like a long lone burning coal; it will grow colder rather than hotter.

God passes through the thicket of the world, and wherever His glance falls He turns all things to beauty.

In tribulation immediately draw near to God with confidence, and you will receive strength, enlightenment, and instruction.

To love is to be transformed into what we love. To love God is therefore to be transformed into God.

If you do not learn to deny yourself, you can make no progress in perfection.

Whoever does not seek the cross of Christ doesn't seek the glory of Christ.

Whenever anything disagreeable or displeasing happens to you, remember Christ crucified and be silent.