God desires the smallest degree of purity of conscience in you more than all the works you can perform.

Would that men might come at last to see that it is quite impossible to reach the thicket of the riches and wisdom of God except by first entering the thicket of much suffering, in such a way that the soul finds there its consolation and desire. The soul that longs for divine wisdom chooses first, and in truth, to enter the thicket of the cross.

Abide in peace, banish cares, take no account of all that happens, and you will serve God according to his good pleasure and rest in him.

Never give up prayer, and should you find dryness and difficulty, persevere in it for this very reason. God often desires to see what love your soul has, and love is not tried by ease and satisfaction.

Live in the world as if only God and your soul were in it; then your heart will never be made captive by any earthly thing.

Have a great love for those who contradict and fail to love you, for in this way love is begotten in a heart that has no love.

In sorrow and suffering, go straight to God with confidence, and you will be strengthened, enlightened and instructed.