It is better to be affected with a true penitent sorrow for sin than to be able to resolve the most difficult cases about it.
Thomas a KempisAlways keep a good distance between yourself and lying, quarreling, detracting, insulting and gossip. The person who can do that will some day learn to enjoy the silence.
Thomas a KempisThou art my glory and the exultation of y heart: thou art my hope and refuge in the day of my trouble.
Thomas a KempisO Lord, Thou knowest that which is best for us; let this or that be done, as Thou shalt please. Give what Thou wilt, how much Thou wilt, and when Thou wilt. Deal with me as thou thinkest best. Place me where Thou wilt, and deal with me in all things just as Thou wilt. Behold, I am Thy servant, prepared for all things: I desire not to live unto myself, but unto Thee; and oh, that I could do it worthily and perfectly!
Thomas a Kempis