'You told me, Father, that after my past life it is still possible to become another St. Augustine. I don't doubt it, and today more than yesterday I want to try to prove it.' But you have to cut out sin courageously from the root, as the holy Bishop of Hippo did.

Among us there is no place for the lukewarm. Humble yourself, and Christ will kindle in you again the fire of love.

If I love, there will be no hell for me.

You're bored? That's because you keep your senses awake and your soul asleep.

You go to pray; to become a bonfire, a living flame, giving light and heat.

He has much who needs least. Do not create necessities for yourself.

You can be sure you are a man of God if you suffer injustice gladly and in silence.