The more humble and obedient to God a man is, the more wise and at peace he will be in all that he does.

If you cannot mould yourself entirely as you would wish, how can you expect other people to be entirely to your liking?

As iron cast into fire loses its rust and becomes glowing white, so he who turns completely to God is stripped of his sluggishness and changed into a new man.

It thou seek rest in this life, how wilt thou then attain to the everlasting rest? Dispose not thyself for much rest, but for great patience. Seek true peace--not in earth, but in heaven; not in men, nor in any other creature, but in God alone.

Learn to humble yourself, you are but earth and clay.

All His glory and beauty come from within, and there He delights to dwell, His visits there are frequent, His conversation sweet, His comforts refreshing; and His peace passing all understanding.

Be therefore thankful for the least gift, so shalt thou be worthy to receive greater.