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.

So fixed are our spirits in slothfulness and cold indifference that we seldom overcome so much as one evil habit.

Be thankful for the smallest blessing, and you will be worthy to receive greater.

Some people are tempted most strongly at the beginning of their spiritual life, others near the end. Some are troubled all their lives. Still others receive only light temptation. Such things are decided by God, and we can trust his wisdom.

Whatsoever is done in charity, however small and of no reputation it be, bringeth forth good fruit.

Dispose thyself to patience rather than to comfort, and to the bearing of the cross rather than to gladness.

Of two evils we must always choose the least.