All beginnings are somewhat strange; but we must have patience, and little by little, we shall find things, which at first were obscure, becoming clearer.

We must love our neighbor as being made in the image of God and as an object of His love.

It will be most pleasing to O[ur] L[ord] if you husband your strength in order to serve Him better.

In God's name, Monsieur, let us remain indifferent; let us strive to be equally attached to whatever obedience marks out for us, be it agreeable or disagreeable. By the grace of God, we belong to Him; what else should we desire except to please Him?

Put your trust in Him and following His example, always act humbly, graciously, and in good faith.

When in Rome, you must do as the Romans do and accept the local customs, if they are not immoral.

Experience has shown us that virtue puts down only shallow roots in those who are there for just a short time