What most of all hinders heavenly consolation is that you are too slow in turning yourself to prayer.

I have sought for happiness everywhere, but I have found it nowhere except in a little corner with a little book.

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.

Always be ready; always live in such a way that death can never find you unprepared.

Old custom is hard to break and scarce any man will be led otherwise than seemeth good unto himself.

A man is hindered and distracted in proportion as he draws outward things to himself.

Without labor there is no rest, nor without fighting can the victory be won.