Few spirits are made better by the pain and languor of sickness; as few great pilgrims become eminent saints.

It is vanity to desire a long life and to take no heed of a good life.

A humble knowledge of ourselves is a surer way to God than is the search for depth of learning.

Set me free from evil passions, and heal my heart of all inordinate affections; that being inwardly cured and thoroughly cleansed, I may be made fit to love, courageous to suffer, steady to persevere.

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

O 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!

If you carry your cross joyfully, it will carry you.