God deliver me from people who are so spiritual that they want to turn everything into perfect contemplation, come what may.
Teresa of AvilaHer heart is full of joy with love, for in the Lord her mind is stilled. She has renounced every selfish attachment and draws abiding joy and strength from the One within. She lives not for herself, but lives to serve the Lord of Love in all, and swims across the sea of life breasting its rough waves joyfully.
Teresa of AvilaMental prayer is nothing else but being on terms of friendship with God, frequently conversing in secret with Him.
Teresa of Avila