As iron put into the fire loseth its rust and becometh clearly red-hot, so he that wholly turneth himself unto God puts off all slothfulness, and is transformed into a new man.

First keep peace with yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.

There is no man in this world without some manner of tribulation or anguish, though he be king or pope.

It is much safer to be subject than it is to command. Many live in obedience more from necessity than from love. Such become discontented and dejected on the slightest pretext; they will never gain peace of mind unless they subject themselves wholeheartedly for the love of God.

For nothing, how little soever, that is suffered for God's sake, can pass without merit in the sight of God.

Out of two evils, the less is always to be chosen.

If you seek Jesus in all things you will surely find Jesus. And if you seek yourself, you will surely find yourself, but only to your ruin.