For everyone, whatever his state--single, married, widowed, or priest-chastity is a triumphant affirmation of love.
Josemaria EscrivaLove our Lady. And she will obtain abundant grace to help you conquer in your daily struggle.
Josemaria EscrivaAmong us there is no place for the lukewarm. Humble yourself, and Christ will kindle in you again the fire of love.
Josemaria EscrivaYou don't know how to pray? Put yourself in the presence of God, and as soon as you have said, 'Lord, I don't know how to pray!' you can be sure you have already begun.
Josemaria EscrivaDon't judge without having heard both sides. Even persons who think themselves virtuous very easily forget this elementary rule of prudence.
Josemaria EscrivaWhen we were little, we kept close to our mother in a dark alley or if dogs barked at us. Now, when we feel temptations of the flesh, we should run to the side of our Mother in Heaven, by realizing how she is to us, and by means of aspirations. She will defend us and lead us to the light.
Josemaria Escriva