The devil makes small sins seem smaller in our eyes, for otherwise he can't lead us to greater evil.

One evil receives strength from another. In the same way, good deeds also sprout one from another, and the one in whom they are found grows larger.

Whoever prays for those who hurt him lays the demons low; but he who opposes his affronter is bound to the demons.

Every affliction tests our will, showing whether it is inclined to good or evil. That is why an unforeseen affliction is called a test, because it enables a man to test his hidden desires.

Conquer temptations by the patience and prayer. If you oppose them without these, you will fall all the more severely.

He who willingly accepts chastening by affliction is not dominated by evil thoughts against his will; whereas he who does not accept affliction is taken prisoner by evil thoughts, even though he resists them.

It is better to pray with good will for our neighbor, rather than to denounce him for every sin.