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.
John of the CrossDesolation is a file, and the endurance of darkness is preparation for great light.
John of the CrossSeek in reading and thou shalt find in meditation; knock in prayer and it shall be opened in contemplation.
John of the CrossA Christian should always remember that the value of his good works is not based on their number and excellence, but on the love of God which prompts him to do these things.
John of the Cross