The Cross is the way to Paradise, but only when it is borne willingly.

As for me, I cannot understand how it is possible not to be always thinking of God.

Be as eager to break your own will as the thirsty stag is to drink of the refreshing waters.

The Cross is the way to Paradise, but only when it is borne willingly.

I would believe myself damned if I robbed God of one atom of His glory. I would believe myself more wicked than Lucifer if I had anything else in view but God.

Make great account of your precious trials, both interior and exterior; it is thus that the garden of Jesus is adorned with flowers, that is, with acts of virtue.

In uniting yourself to God's will, you take on new life and gather great courage, willingly embracing the cross and kissing His hand even when it chastises you, a hand that reaches out to you in love and has no other intention but your greater spiritual well-being.