Jesus has many who love the kingdom of God, but few who bear a cross. He has many who desire His comfort, but few who desire His suffering. All want to rejoice with him, but few are willing to suffer for Him. He writes; there are many who admire his miracles, but there are few who follow in the humiliation of the cross.
Thomas a KempisTherefore, a man ought to root himself so firmly in God that he will not need the consolations of men.
Thomas a KempisEvery man naturally desires knowledge; but what good is knowledge without fear of God? Indeed a humble rustic who serves God is better than a proud intellectual who neglects his soul to study the course of the stars.
Thomas a KempisLove is a great thing, a good above all others, which alone maketh every burden light.
Thomas a Kempis