Do not grieve over the temptations you suffer. When the Lord intends to bestow a particular virtue on us, He often permits us first to be tempted by the opposite vice. Therefore, look upon every temptation as an invitation to grow in a particular virtue and a promise by God that you will be successful, if only you stand fast.
Philip NeriTo be without pity for other mens falls, is an evident sign that we shall fall ourselves shortly.
Philip NeriThe stench of impurity before God and the angels is so great, that no stench in the world can equal it.
Philip NeriLet us pray God, if He gives us any virtue or any gift, to keep it hidden even from ourselves, that we may preserve our humility, and not take occasion of pride because of it.
Philip Neri