Some people are tempted most strongly at the beginning of their spiritual life, others near the end. Some are troubled all their lives. Still others receive only light temptation. Such things are decided by God, and we can trust his wisdom.

He is truly great who hath a great charity.

We must imitate Christ's life and his ways if we are to be truly enlightened and set free from the darkness of our own hearts. Let it be the most important thing we do, then, to reflect on the life of Jesus Christ.

Endeavor to be patient in bearing with the defects and infirmities of others, of what sort 'soever they be; for that thyself also has many failings which must be borned with by others.

Two wings lift a person up from earthly concerns: Simplicity in intention, and Purity in feeling.

The more the flesh is wasted by affliction, so much more is the Spirit strengthened by inward grace.

Sweet shall be your rest if your heart does not reproach you.