If God were our one and only desire we would not be so easily upset when our opinions do not find outside acceptance.
Thomas a KempisHe will be with you also, all the way, that faithful God. Every morning when you awaken to the old and tolerable pain, at every mile of the hot uphill dusty road of tiring duty, on to the judgment seat, the same Christ there as ever, still loving you, still sufficient for you, even then. And then, on through all eternity.
Thomas a KempisIf you can win complete mastery over self, you will easily master all else. To triumph over self is the perfect victory.
Thomas a KempisBe Yourself -The man who is neither bent upon pleasing his fellows nor afraid of offending them will enjoy great peace.
Thomas a Kempis